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Test Code PLMAP Platelet Mapping

Important Note

Only available in Shreveport region

Additional Codes

Epic EAP: LAB10973

Epic Description: PLATELET MAPPING

Specimen Type

Whole Blood

Specimen Required

 

 

  Collection Container Preferred Volume Minimum Volume
Preferred

Green, Lithium Heparin No gel

6.0 mL 2.0 mL

 

Instructions for Collection and Transport

Sample must be walked down. DO NOT SEND IN THE PNEUMATIC TUBE SYSTEM.

 

Performing Lab

Hematology Lab

Assay Frequency

24 hours

Routine Turnaround Time

4 hours

CSR Storage Requirements

Transport to Hematology lab ASAP.

CPT Code Information

85576

Stability

 

2 hours at 15-25° C

Must be analyzed 15 min-120 min from collection time.

Do not spin sample.