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HelpTest Code HITT Heparin Induced Thrombocytopenia
Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB766
Epic Description: HEPARIN-INDUCED PLATELET ANTIBODY
Synonym
HIT
HAT
Heparin Associated Thrombocytopenia
Collection Limitations
Available 24 hours.
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Red, No Anticoagulant, No gel |
6.0 mL | 3.0 mL |
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Test will be perfomed, if received by 11:00am on day of testing. Allow specimen to clot. Centrifuge ASAP at 3,000 rpm’s for 15 minutes. Transport frozen on dry ice.
Home Health Agencies: Not available for collection.
Aliquot Requirements
Serum
Optimum 2.0 mL
Minimum 1.0 mL
Performing Lab
OchsnerJeff Hwy Hematology Lab
Assay Frequency
Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Testing is not performed on Holidays.
NOTE: In exceptional cases, testing may be performed off schdule only with pathologist approval
Routine Turnaround Time
24-48 hours
CSR Storage Requirements
Allow specimen to clot. Centrifuge ASAP at 3000 rpm’s for 15 minutes. Aliquot serum and freeze.
CPT Code Information
86022
Patient Preparation
Patient should have been exposed to heparin within the past 5 days.