Platelets
Tests:Platelets
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Synonym(s) | CBC, Plt, thrombocytes, thrombocytopenia, thrombocytosis |
Specimen | 4 mL EDTA (Purple top) |
Paediatric Specimen | 0.5 mL EDTA (Purple top) |
Minimum Volume | 250uL |
Add-on conditions | 24 hours @ 4°C |
Test Availability | Mon - Sun, 24 hours |
Turnaround Time | Hastings 1 - 2.5 hours / Central HB 6 - 8 hours / Wairoa 12 hours |
Where analysed | Hastings |
Department | Haematology, (06) 878 1308 ext. 2445 |
Registration Code | CBCD |
Deletion Code | 1000 |
Useful Information | Requests for platelets have a full CBC performed Click here |
Measurement Uncertainty | Available upon request |