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Platelet Count, Blood
Test CodePLTCT - NOCO
CPT Codes
85049
Preferred Specimen
3.0 ml Whole bloodin Purple EDTA tube
Minimum Volume
Specimen Stability
Temperature | Time |
Ambient | 24 hours |
Refrigerate | 48 hours |
Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Gross hemolysis, clotted
Methodology
Automated
Setup Schedule
Monday through Sunday; Continuously
Report Available
Same day
Reference Range
PLATELET COUNT 130-450 K/MM3
Critical values (automatic call-back):<31 K/MM3 or >1,000 K/MM3
Critical values (automatic call-back):<31 K/MM3 or >1,000 K/MM3
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
McKee Medical Center Laboratory
North Colorado Medical Center Laboratory
Summit View Laboratory