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Test Code PLTCT Platelet Count, Blood

Performing Laboratory

North Ottawa Community Hospital

Specimen Requirements

Specimen Type: Whole blood
Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)

Specimen Volume: 3 mL

Reference Values

150-450 thou/mm3

Critical values (automatic call-back): <37 thou/mm3 or >910 thou/mm3

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Sunday

Methodology

DXH600

Specimen Transport Temperature

Ambient

Test Classification and CPT Coding

85027