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Test Code LAB318 Platelet Function Test

Intended Use

Use to determine in vivo platelet function.

Methodology

Automated Analyzer

Performing Laboratory

RCH

Specimen Requirements

Both EDTA whole blood and sodium citrate whole blood are required for this test.

 

Required:  Whole Blood (EDTA)

Container/Tube:  Lavender-top (EDTA) tube
Specimen:  3 mL (minimum volume:  0.5 mL)

 

Required: Whole Blood (Citrate)

Container/Tube:  Lt blue (3.2% sodium citrate) tube
Specimen:  2 full 2.7 mL Lt Blue (citrate) tubes

Collection Instructions:  Forward promptly.

 

Specimen Stability

Ambient: 4 hours

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Sunday

Test Classification and CPT Coding

85049 - platelet count

85576 - platelet function assay