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Test Code PLTAG Platelet Aggregation

Important Note

Machaon will evaluate the specimen to determine if the test can be performed. This test must be scheduled prior to blood collection. Must be scheduled with main campus Sendout Lab at (504)842-4623 (ask for Sendout Lab). Specimen collection at Main Campus lab only.

Additional Codes

Epic EAP: LAB2744

Epic Description: PLATELET AGGREGATION

Specimen Type

Blood

Specimen Required

 

 

  Collection Container Preferred Volume Minimum Volume
Preferred

6– Light Blue, Sodium Citrate 

 6 × 2.7 mL Sodium Citrate light blue tubes 5 × 2.7 mL Sodium Citrate light blue tubes

 

Instructions for Collection and Transport

This test must be scheduled prior to blood collection. Must be scheduled with main campus Sendout Lab at (504)842-4623 (ask for Sendout Lab). Specimen collection at Main Campus lab only. Specimen must be transported at room temperature. Do not transport in pneumatic tube system. Hand deliver to laboratory. Do not centrifuge. Collection must be before 10:00am.

Performing Lab

Machaon Diagnostics New Orleans

Assay Frequency

Monday-Friday

Routine Turnaround Time

24 hours

CSR Storage Requirements

CANNOT BE STORED. BRING TO SENDOUT LAB  IMMEDIATELY. Do not centrifuge.

CPT Code Information

85576 x 14

Patient Preparation

No asprin or medication containing aspirin for 2 weeks prior to test. Fasting prior to test required. Refrain from smoking.