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Epic EAP: LAB301
Epic Description: PLATELET COUNT
Synonym
Platelet Count
Platelets
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Lavender, EDTA |
3.0 mL | 3.0 mL |
| Preferred Micropuncture | Lavender Micro, EDTA | 0.5 mL | 0.5 mL |
Specimen Stability
Specimen stable for 24 hours at room temperature or 48 hours refrigerated at 3-5° Celcius.
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Transport refrigerated on freeze packs. Home Health Agencies: Transport to lab ASAP.
Aliquot Requirements
Whole Blood
Performing Lab
Hematology Lab
Assay Frequency
24 hours
Routine Turnaround Time
3 hours
CSR Storage Requirements
Transport to Hematology lab ASAP.
CPT Code Information
85049