Platelet Count, Blood

Test Code

PLTCT - NOCO

CPT Codes
85049

Preferred Specimen

3.0 ml Whole bloodin Purple EDTA tube or Pink K2 EDTA

Minimum Volume

1.5 mL
0.50 mL (Microtainer EDTA)

Specimen Stability

Temperature	Time
Ambient	24 hours
Refrigerate	48 hours

Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)

Gross hemolysis, clotted

Methodology

Setup Schedule

Monday through Sunday; Continuously

Report Available

Same day

Reference Range

Refer to the Hematology Reference Range and Critical Results documents in the Resources file on the facility test directory page.

Clinical Significance

Platelets must be present in adequate numbers and have proper function to aid in hemostasis.

Performing Laboratory
Banner Fort Collins Medical Center Laboratory
North Colorado Medical Center Laboratory
NLMC

Last Updated: August 13, 2026

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