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Platelet Count

Test Code
PLT


CPT Codes
85049

Preferred Specimen
EDTA (Lavender) Tube


Minimum Volume
0.5 mL


Transport Temperature
Room Temperature


Specimen Stability
Room Temperature: 24 hours
Refrigerated: 48 hours
Frozen: Unacceptable


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


Reference Range
Platelet Count
Age Range Sex Reference Low Reference High Unit
0 Min 2 Weeks All 84 478 x103/uL
2 Weeks 150 Years All 147 369 x103/uL


Performing Laboratory
This test is performed at the following locations:
  1. MercyOne Siouxland Medical Laboratory
  2. MercyOne Dakota Dunes Medical Laboratory



Last Updated: May 7, 2025


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.