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Platelet Count

Order Name PLT
Test Number: 0104400
Revision Date 05/12/2020
Test Name Methodology LOINC Code
Platelet Count (PLT)
Flow cytometry 777-3 
Mean Platelet Volume (MPV)
Flow cytometry 32623-1 
SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Specimen Specimen Volume (min) Specimen Type Specimen Container Transport Environment
Preferred 5 mL (1 mL) Whole Blood EDTA (Lavender Top) Refrigerated
Alternate 1 1 mL (0.5 mL) Whole Blood EDTA (Lavender) Microtainer/Bullet Refrigerated
Instructions For best results
Mix tube well after collection to avoid clots.
For best results: Room temperature specimens should be tested within 24hrs, otherwise send Refrigerated.
Refrigerated specimens can be tested up to 48hrs.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Testing Schedule Daily 
Expected TAT 1 Day  
CPT Code(s) 85049
Lab Section Hematology