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Test ID BLOD0638 Platelet Count

AKA

Plt

Specimen Type/Requirements

Lavender top (EDTA) tube - Whole Blood

 

Test is affected by moderate hemolysis and gross lipemia.

Specimen Volume

 Preferred Volume     4.0 mL   
 Minimum Volume     1.0 mL   

 

Stability/Transport

 Room Temperature     4 hours     
 Refrigerated     3 days     Preferred for transport   
 Frozen     Not Acceptable     

 

Performed Test Frequency

Monday through Sunday

Methodology

Automated Cell Counter

Performing Lab

Sanford Laboratories Sioux Falls
Sanford Laboratories Rapid City

CPT

85049

LOINC 777-3