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Test Code LAB301 Platelet Count - Automated

Department

HEMATOLOGY

Collection Requirements

Mix lavender tube thoroughly, immediately after collection.

Primary Collection Container

Lavender 4 mL (K3EDTA)

Alternate Collection Container

Lavender Microtainer

Transport

Whole blood ambient

Preferred Transport Temperature

Ambient

Processing

Mix tube thoroughly prior to testing.

Stability

Ambient: 24 hours

Refrigerated: 36 hours (if refrigerated within 1 hour of collection)

Frozen: Unacceptable

Minimum Testing Volume

0.4 mL

Reference Range

130-400 K/cmm

Methodology

Automated Cell Counter

Sysmex XE 5000

Performed

Sunday – Saturday

Reported

As completed

CPT Codes

85049

Unacceptable Conditions

Frozen, clotted, or grossly hemolized.