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Platelet count

Test Code
LAB301


Preferred Specimen
Purple Top (EDTA)


Instructions
Invert immediately and gently mix with anticoagulant.Transport 2 ml whole blood (min 1.5 ml)


Specimen Stability
Ambient 24 hours; Refrigerated 48 hours


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Clotted or frozen specimen


Methodology
DxH



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.