Test Code Platelet Count. Platelet Count.
Specimen Type
Blood
Minimum Volume
1.0 mL
Container
Lavender-K2 EDTA
Whole Blood/Refrigerate
STAT Turnaround Time
30 Minutes
Routine Turnaround Time
4 Hours
Methodology
Automated cell counter
Reference Range
0-3 Days: 100-300 x10(3)/mcL
3 Days-14 Years: 100-320 x10(3)/mcL
>14 Years: 150-440 x10(3)/mcL
CPT Code
85049