Platelet Function Analysis, Blood

Test Code
PFAT


CPT Codes
85576

Preferred Specimen
Testing must be performed within 4 hours of draw. Draw blood in two, 3-mL blue-top (sodium citrate) tubes and send blood. Do not centrifuge. Do not send via pneumatic tube system.


Transport Temperature
Ambient ≤4 hours 


Methodology
Optical Aggregometry

Setup Schedule
Monday through Sunday


Reference Range
Collagen/Epinephrine: 80-184 seconds

Collagen/ADP: 56-102 seconds




Performed By
North Mississippi Medical Center Pathology Department

Performing Laboratory
NMMC Pathology Department



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.