Platelet Count
SoftLab Order Code
PLT
Epic Order Name
PLATELET COUNT
Epic Order ID
LAB301
Laboratory
All Hospitals and Healthplexes
Sample Type
Whole blood
Collection Container
Lavender (EDTA)
Collecting Volume
3.0 mL
Minimum Collecting Volume
1 full lavender microtainer
Storage or Stability
Ambient: 24 hours
Refrigerated: 2 days
Refrigerated: 2 days
Causes for Rejection
Clotted, QNS
CPT Codes
85049