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PLT
Collection:
Specimen: Blood
Container: Lavender Top Tube.
Specimen Volume: 4.0 mL, Minimum 2 mL
Pediatric Collection:
One Lavender microtainer filled to 500 uL (Minimum 250 uL).
Note: Na Citrate (Blue Top) tubes are unacceptable.
Stability:
Refrigerated (preferred): 48 hours
Room Temperature: 24 hours
Turnaround Time (TAT):
.
STAT: 1 HOUR
Routine: 3 HOURS
Test Availability:
Daily / 24 Hours / Available STAT
Performing Laboratory Section:
HEMATOLOGY / UMC MAIN LABORATORY
Reference Interval:
PLT: 140 - 440 K/cumm
MPV: 9.2 - 12.3 fL