Test Code ARU Platelet Inhibition, Asa
Specimen Type
Blood
Preferred Collection Container
P2Y12Collection Instructions
Blood must be drawn by Phlebotomy only. Special draw includes use of discard tube first, then 2 Greiner blue tops, then lavendar. Sample should be drawn with 21 guage needle. Avoid using syringe. Mix gently.
Collection Volume
2 mL discard tube, two 1.8 mL blue/white top (blue cap with a white ring) tubes, 1.0 mL EDTA
Minimum Collection Volume
2 mL discard tube, two 1.8 mL blue/white top (blue cap with a white ring) tubes, 0.5 mL EDTA
Rejection Criteria
Hemolysis, refrigeration, clotted sample, QNS, transport delay, use of pneumatic tube
Specimen Storage and Stability
DO NOT REFRIGERATE. Test within 4 hours of collection.
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday, 24 hours
Alias
Aspirin;Verify Now;Aspirin Inhibition; Platelet Inhib, ASA;
EPIC Code
LAB2425
Acceptable Collection Container
Miscellaneous.
Additional Information
Send sample immediately to North Campus Laboratory. DO NOT SEND THROUGH PNEUMATIC TUBE.
Turn Around Time
1 to 4 hours
Lab Department
Hematology