Test Code P2Y12 Platelet Function P2Y12 Therapy
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
Methodology
Turbidimetric Optical Detection
CPT(s)
85576
Performing Location
MercyOne Des Moines Laboratory, Hematology
Cerner Test Code
PFT P2Y12
Rejection Criteria
Rejection criteria: Frozen, refrigerated.