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Test Code PFA Platelet Function Test

Cerner Test Code

PFA

Acceptable Collection Tube(s) or Specimen

Blue

Specimen Draw Volume

5.4 mL

Processing Instructions

Draw 2.7 ml each in a two Blue Top tube. Tube must be filled appropriately to the fill line to ensure accurate results. Tubes that are capped and unopened are only stable for 4 hours at Room Temperature.

Stability

Stability: Room Temp 4 hrs

Performed Test Frequency

Everyday

CPT(s)

85576|85576|ADDITIONAL 85576 CHARGED FOR REFLEX COLLAGEN ADP TEST IF COLLAGEN OR EPINEPHRINE IS POSITIVE

Methodology

Platelet Aggregation

Performing Location

MercyOne Des Moines Laboratory, Hematology

Rejection Criteria

Rejection criteria: Centrifuged or refrigerated specimen. CANNOT BE COMBINED WITH OTHER TEST.