Platelet Count : 1000731

Test Code
PLTC or 1000731


Alias/See Also
PLT (platelet) Count; Platelet Count; Platelets


CPT Codes
85049

Instructions
Lavender top tube (EDTA).


Transport Container
Whole blood (Min. 2 mL): do not centrifuge.


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated.


Specimen Stability
Ambient: 24 hours; Refrigerated: 48 hours; Frozen: Unacceptable


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Frozen; Clotted or grossly hemolyzed


Methodology
Automated Cell Counter

Setup Schedule
Sunday - Saturday


Report Available
1 day


Reference Range
Platelet  count:
0 to 1 D             140-300 K/uL
1 D to 3 M         150-300 K/uL
3 M to 1 Y          200-475 K/uL
1 Y to 13 Y         150-450 K/uL
13 Y and older     130-400 K/uL

Effective  2-26-2019
MPV:  8.8-12.8 fL


Performing Laboratory
med fusion



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