APTT, Mixing Study-Incubated
Label Mnemonic: IMPTT
Epic code: LAB1094
Order form: Laboratory Requisition
Supply order: Supply Order Form
Billing: Billing Policies
CPT code: 85732
Specimen(s):
Collection Medium:
Light Blue top tube 2.7 mL (Na Citrate)
Minimum:
Full draw; 2.7 mL light blue top (mix well)
Testing Schedule:
0800-1630 Monday through Friday.
Turn Around Time:
24 hours (upon receipt in laboratory)
Methodology:
Optical clot detection.
Sample Processing:
Double-centrifuge specimen to prepare platelet-free plasma.
Immediately centrifuge specimen at 3500 RPM for 12 minutes.
Using a plastic transfer pipette, carefully remove plasma from cells avoiding the platelet/buffy coat.
Place plasma into a labeled plastic tube.
Centrifuge plasma again at 3500 RPM for 12 minutes.
Remove the top of the plasma and place into a labeled plastic tube.
Freeze double-spun plasma within 4 hours of collection time at -20 degrees C or below.
Sample Storage:
Freeze specimen immediately.
Transport Instructions:
Place labeled specimen into zip-lock type biohazard bag; seal bag.
Place requisition into outside pocket of bag.
Place dry ice on top of specimen in Styrofoam container.
Samples received thawed will be cancelled.
CPT Code:
85732