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Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB3644
Epic Description: PLATELET COUNT, BLUE TOP
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
1 – Light Blue, Sodium Citrate |
1 × 2.7 mL | 1 × 2.7 mL |
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Do Not Spin and keep at room temperature. Test is to be used for patients who are known and chronic platelet clumpers in EDTA tube.
Aliquot Requirements
Whole Blood
Performing Lab
Ochsner Jeff Hwy Hematology Lab
Assay Frequency
24 hours
Routine Turnaround Time
3 hours
CSR Storage Requirements
Do Not Spin and keep at room temperature