Test directory: Platelet Neutralization

Ordering Code 8315
Test Name Platelet Neutralization
Preferred Specimen Plasma
Preferred Container Citrate - Blue Top
Optimum Volume (2) 1 mL in each tube
Collection Instructions CITRATED PLASMA SAMPLES SHOULD BE COLLECTED BY
DOUBLE CENTRIFUGATION. Blood should be collected in a blue-top tube containing 3.2% buffered sodium citrate.[1] Evacuated collection tubes must be filled to completion to ensure a proper blood to anticoagulant ratio.
Handling Instructions Testing performed at Esoterix Coagulation UY#300805
Transport Requirements Oahu: Frozen
Airline: Frozen
Specimen Stability Ambient: 4 Hours
Avail. Stat NO
Methodology Clot
Reference Lab  Colorado Coagulation Consult.

Reference range(s)

Component Age Male Norm Male Critical Low Male Critical High Female Norm Female Critical High Female Critical Low Units Add'l info
Platelet Neutralization ALL See report.