Test Directory
| Test Code | |||
| PTL | |||
| Test Name | |||
| Platelet Count | |||
| CPT Codes | |||
| 85049 | |||
| Expected Turnaround Time | |||
| 1 day | |||
| Clinical Utility | |||
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Used to evaluate and monitor bleeding and other hematological and coagulation disorders, DIC, leukemias and chemotherapeutic management of malignant disease. If clumped platelets are detected and an exact platelet Count is desired, it is recommended that a follow up specimen be submitted for a Platelet Count utilizing a Light Blue Top (Sodium Citrate) tube (order code: PTLVR). |
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| Specimen and Container Info | |||
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Specimen Type: Whole Blood Preferred Collection Container: Lavender Top (EDTA) Alternate Collection Container: Microtainer, Lavender Top (EDTA) Desired Specimen Volume: 1mL Alternate Specimen Volume: 0.5mL in Microtainer |
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| Collection Instructions | |||
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Invert tube 8 - 10 times immediately after tube is filled at the time of collection. |
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| Transport Instructions | |||
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Transport to the laboratory at room temperature. |
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| Methodology | |||
| Automated Cell Counter | |||
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| Performing Location | |||
| 1503 North Cedar Crest Surgery Center, 17th Street Hospital, 2310 Highland Avenue Surgery Center, Carbon Hospital, Cedar Crest Hospital, Cedar Crest Red Lab, Dickson City Hospital, Hazleton Hospital, Hecktown Oaks Hospital, Muhlenberg Hospital, Pocono Hospital, Redeemer Health, Roble Road Core Laboratory, Schuylkill Hospital, Tilghman Street Surgery Center | |||
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| Testing Schedule | |||
| Routine daily, STAT testing available | |||
The American Medical Association (AMA) Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes published by HNL Lab Medicine are guidelines and are intended for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the exclusive responsibility of the billing entity. View the Terms.
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