| Ordering Code | 547 |
|---|---|
| Test Name | Platelet Count, Redraw |
| Alias | Redraw Platelet Count |
| Preferred Specimen | Citrate, 3.2% (Lt Blue) and EDTA, K2 (Lavender) |
| Preferred Container | 1 B (Citrate - Blue Top) 1 L (EDTA - Lavender Top) |
| Optimum Volume | Citrate = Entire tube EDTA = 3 mL |
| Collection Instructions | Do NOT collect in 7 mL EDTA tube. Do NOT collect in Microtainer. Mix Well. |
| Handling Instructions | Hand mix ONLY. Do NOT mix on mechanical rocker/mixer. |
| Transport Requirements | Oahu: Ambient |
| Specimen Stability | Ambient: 24 Hours |
| Avail. Stat | YES |
