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):
Plasma More information
Collection Medium:
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| 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:
Centrifuge within four hours of draw time.
Separate plasma into plastic container and cap (glass is not acceptable).
Centrifuge a second time to ensure platelet poor plasma and separate plasma into a new, labeled plastic tube, cap.
Separate plasma into plastic container and cap (glass is not acceptable).
Centrifuge a second time to ensure platelet poor plasma and separate plasma into a new, labeled plastic tube, cap.
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.
Place requisition into outside pocket of bag.
Place dry ice on top of specimen in Styrofoam container.
CPT Code:
85732