Test Code IPLTF Immature Platelet Fraction

Important Note

Specimen has short stability of 24 hours. Referred Testing will send to Mercy as SOT.

Specimen Type

Whole Blood

Preferred Collection Container

LAV

Collection Instructions

Routine Venipuncture

Collection Volume

3.0 mL

Minimum Collection Volume

1.5 mL

Rejection Criteria

Clotted or hemolyzed specimens.

Specimen Storage and Stability

Ambient: 4 hours; Refrigerated: 24 hours; Frozen: Unacceptable

Day(s) and Time(s) Performed

Sunday through Saturday

EPIC Code

LAB1896

Methodology

Automated Cell Count

Acceptable Collection Container

PINK

Patient Preparation

None

Transport

Refrigerated

STAT Availability