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Test Code P2Y12 Platelet Function P2Y12 Therapy

Cerner Test Code

PFT P2Y12

Acceptable Collection Tube(s) or Specimen

Greiner Blue Top, Lavender and BD vacutainer no additive

Specimen Draw Volume

2.0 mL

Processing Instructions

First draw no additive red top tube, then draw Greiner blue top fill to fill line- 2mL, finally collect 2 mL in a lavender top tube for platelet count.  Do not centrifuge, refrigerate or freeze.

Stability

Stability: Room Temp 4 hrs

Performed Test Frequency

Everyday

CPT(s)

85576

Methodology

Turbidimetric Optical Detection

Performing Location

MercyOne Des Moines Laboratory, Hematology

Rejection Criteria

Rejection criteria: Frozen, refrigerated.