Platelet Count Citrated (PCC)

Department: Hematology
Test Synonym(s): LAB5779, PCC, Citrated Platelet, Citrated Plt, Plt Count Citrated
Test Components: Citrated Plt
CPT Codes: 85595
Methodology: Sysmex
Reference Range: 0-7 days: 140-300 x10(3)/mcL; 7-30 days: 200-470 x10(3)/mcL; 30 days-17 yrs: 150-400 x10(3)/mcL; 17-150 yrs: 135-371 x10(3)/mcL
Tube Type: Light blue top (Sodium Citrate)
Specimen: Blood
Alternate Specimen: Light blue top (Sodium Citrate )
Pediatric Requirements: 1.8 mL Blue top (Sodium Citrate)
Volume: 2.7 mL
Minimum Volume: 1.8 mL (tube filled to capacity)
Temperature: Room temperature
Stability: Room temperature: 8 hours
Reasons for Rejection: Clotted, tube underfilled
Days Performed: Daily
Times Performed: Continuous
TAT: STAT: 1 hour; Routine: 2 hours
Special Instructions: Deliver to lab within 4 hours. Tube must be filled correctly.

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