PLATELET COUNT
Name: PLATELET COUNT
Mnemonic: PLT
Container: EDTA (Lavendar)
Handling: Volume: 5ml, 2.5ml or microtainer EDTA tube
Stability: 1 day room temperature, 3 days refrigerated
Reported: Routine 4 hr, STAT 1hr
CPT: 85049
Department: Main Lab
Units: K/mm3
Note: Mix tube immediately after collection to avoid platelet clumping