HEPZYME 

Message
Hepzyme is used as a heparin neutralizer in citrated plasma to rule out heparin contamination that may interfere with cogulation testing , including PT, APTT, and TT.

** when ordering, please include test name under order comment **


Test Code
SO MISC (EMREF)


Includes
Eliminates Heparin effect in samples at level of < 2 USP units/ml 


Preferred Specimen
Blue top (sodium citrate) ** DO NOT SPIN **

Blood Collection Tubes - Collection | Cleveland Clinic Laboratories


Minimum Volume
500uL Plasma ( approx. 1.3 ml whole blood )


Instructions
** DO NOT SPIN** 
**SUBMIT AS SOON AS POSSIBLE**

For any questions or assistance, please contact Darrell Garza at UMC core lab 
UMC lab manger : Darell  915-999-5590
UMC Hematology : x47030


Specimen Stability
2 Hours 


Setup Schedule
Monday- Friday : 7:00 am -3:00 pm
** Please contact lab for testing outside normal hours **
 


Performing Laboratory
UMC MEDICAL CENTER 



The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.