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Test Name in EPIC |
EPIC Test Code |
Mnemonic |
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RV PLATELET COUNT |
LAB2009 |
PLT |
PRIOR TO 8/21/21: PLT
Useful For
Measuring platelet count in peripheral blood. Platelets play a vital role in blood clotting.
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Whole Blood
Collection Container/Tube: Lavender (EDTA)
Pediatric Collection Container/Tube: Lavender Microtainer (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: optimal 2 mL, minimum 1 mL
Pediatric (microtainer) volume: 0.5 mL
Whole blood specimen should be inverted gently several times to mix blood immediately after collection.
Specimen Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Stability |
| Whole Blood | Refrigerated | 24 hours |
Rejection Criteria
- Samples that do not meet minimum volume requirements
- Incorrect collection container
- Clotted or visibly hemolyzed
Reference Values
150 - 420 x 103/mm3
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Performing Laboratory
Ridgeview Medical Center Laboratory
Two Twelve Medical Center Laboratory
Ridgeview Sibley Medical Center Laboratory
Ridgeview Clinics
Methodology
Electronic Resistance Detection
Test Classification and CPT Coding
85049