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Platelet Aggregation Profile

Centralized Core Laboratory - : Hematology

Test ID :
PLTAG
Test Workstation :
SPCOG
Specimen Type:
Blood
Tube Type:
Blue top (sodium citrate) tube & purple top (EDTA) tube
Collection Volume:
25.0 mL Blue top( sodium citrate) & 2.0 mL purple top (EDTA) tube
Cause for Rejection:
Specimen hemolyzed, clotted or grossly lipemic; platelet count <50,000; specimen from patients who have taken drugs that inhibit platelet function; test not scheduled in advance.
Storage:
Ambient
Availability:
Test must be scheduled in advance
Methodology:
Biodata Platelet Aggregation Profiler Model PAP-4 Platelet Rich Plasma
Special Instructions:
NOTE: Call Centralized Core Lab (3305438416) in advance to schedule. Testing is drawn at Akron campus only. Special handling is required.
Lab/Phone:
330-543-8416
TAT:
72 hours
Additional Info:
Reference range is available under individual tests
CPT Code:
85576
Synonyms:
Platelet Function Studies; Aggregometer test

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