Platelet count (blue top)

Message
Special test for patients whose edta samples have plt clumps.  


Test Code
PLT (BLUE TOP)


Alias/See Also
Hematology


Preferred Specimen
light blue top tube


Limitations
Plt count performed on a sodium citrate tube. PLT(BLUE TOP)
 was developed and its performance characteristics determined by VA BHS Lab. It
 has not been cleared or approved by the FDA. This test is used for clinical
 purposes. It should not be regarded as investigational or for research. 


Reference Range
140 - 360 K/uL


Performing Laboratory
Test performed in BACL Hematology Labs
Contact West Roxbury Nolan Raymond 857-203-5980
Alternate contact Joseph A. Manzone JP 857-364-5092
Alternate contact Diane Robert  Brockton 774-826-2294
Alternate contact Bhumikaben Patel Bedford 781-687-2976


Last Updated: January 23, 2024


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.