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Epic Test Code LAB301 Platelet Count, Automated

Performing Location(s)

BMC,CRH,LFH,HRK,OCH,FTT,FOX,FCC

Specimen Type

Whole Blood

Preferred Container

Lavender Top

Alternate Container

Filled Purple top microtainer

Blood Tube Draw Volume

Min 50% draw volume  

Minumum Volume to Submit for Testing

3.0 mL whole blood

  • Multiple test can be performed from this volume. For question please contact the lab at 547-3975.  

Storage Requirements

Refrigerate up to 24 hours

Transportation Needs

Deliver to the laboratory within 12 hours at room temperature

Causes for Rejection

Mislabeled or unlabeled specimen
Less than 50% draw for Vacutainer tubes
Clotted

Reference Values

Population Reference Range High Critical Value Low Critical Value
< 12 years old 140 - 350 x 10³ /uL > 1,000,000 < 20,000
General (> 12 years old) 140 - 425 x 10³ /uL > 1,000,000 < 20,000

 

Available STAT

Yes

Days of Analysis

All

Additional Information

NOTE: Manual platelet counts (LAB22132) specimens must be received in the laboratory within 1 hours of collection. Contact the laboratory for further information. DO NOT FREEZE or REFRIGERATE . 

Methodology

Automated enumeration

CPT Code

85049

Last Updated

22-Mar-22 KT