Platelet Count
Order Code: PLT
Epic Lab Code: LAB301
Order Form: A-1a General Lab or Epic Req
Hematology
6240 RCP
356-3527
Specimen:
Blood
Collection Medium:
Lavender top tube 3 mL (EDTA)
Minimum:
Full draw; 3.0 mL lavender top; (or fingerstick)
Testing Schedule:
24 hrs/day, 7 days a week, including holidays.
Turn Around Time:
Routine turnaround time is approximately 2.5 hrs.
Reference Range:
150-400 k/mm3 Critical value: <10 k/mm3 and >1000 k/mm3
Methodology:
Flow Cytometry
CPT Code:
85049
 
See Additional Information:
Hematology Critical Lab Values