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HelpTest Code LAB0207506 Platelet Count, Blood
Methodology
Coulter VCS Technology
Performing Laboratory
CentraCare Laboratory Services
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Whole blood
Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: 5 mL
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerated
Reference Values
1-30 days: 174-400 x 103/uL
1 month-7 years: 150-350 x 103/uL
8-12 years: 150-450 x 103/uL
>12 years: 179-450 x 103/uL
Critical values (automatic call-back): <50 x 103/uL
or >1,000 x 103/uL
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
85049