Understanding the Anticoagulant Profile: Does Apixaban Affect PT or PTT?
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Apixaban has a bioavailability of approximately 50% for doses up to 10 mg [1.3.2]. A common question in clinical practice is, **does apixaban affect PT or PTT**? Unlike traditional anticoagulants, its impact on these standard tests is minimal and variable, making them unsuitable for routine monitoring [1.2.2, 1.4.1].