Test Code LAB301 Platelet Count
Test Performed By
Cayuga Medical Center, Main Laboratory
Container Name
LAV
Day(s) and Time(s) Test Performed
Monday through Sunday; Continuously
CPT Codes
85049
Temperature
Ambient
Refrigerated
Clinical and Interpretive
Only platelet count is included in this test. If additional blood cell parameters are desired, including WBC count, red cell parameters, and leukocyte differential, please order test code CBCD instead.
Specimen Type
Whole Blood
Specimen Volume
4 mL
Minimum Specimen Volume
1 mL
Specimen Stability
Stability: 24 hours