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Test Code PLT Platelet Count

Alias

Platelet Count

Collection Method

Venous Collection

Container

Lavender EDTA tube

Instructions/Special Handling

None

Preferred Specimen

Lavender EDTA

Acceptable Specimes

  • Whole Blood
    • Lavender EDTA tube

Units

Varies - See Reference Ranges below

Reference Ranges

150 - 400 K/cumm
 

Critical Values

</=30 K/cumm

 

Reasons for Rejection

Hemolysis N/A
Icterus N/A
Lipemia N/A
Other QNS, Contaminated, Improperly labeled, Improper specimen type

 

Specimen Stability

Ambient (15-25°C) 24 hours
Refrigerated (2-8°C) 7 days
Frozen (-20°C) Unacceptable

 

Performing Site

Boone Health Laboratory

Performance Information

Days/Times Performed Daily 24/7
Expected Turn around Time Same day
Methodology/Method Description Sysmex - Hydrodynamic focusing and flow cytometry

 

CPT Code(s)

85049

CMS National Coverage Policy - Blood Counts

Panel Components

N/A