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HelpTest Code TPLT Transfusion: Platelet Pheresis, Leukoreduced
Performing Laboratory
MaineGeneral Medical Center
Reference Values
Not applicable
Day(s) Test Performed
Monday through Sunday
Methodology
Platelets are all irradiated or pathogen reduced. Pathogen reduced platelets are an FDA approved alternative to irradiated platelets. If indicated, HLA matched or crossmatched platelets are available to order.
Note: 1. Platelets are not always available on site, allow minimum of 2 hours for procurement.
2. Pre-operative patient(s) should be ordered at least 24 hours in advance.
3. HLA matched and crossmatched platelets must be ordered in advance. Contact Blood Bank for assistance.
Specimen Requirements
ABRH (ABO Group and Rh Type) is required if not on file
Draw blood in a 6-mL pink-top (EDTA) tube(s). For pediatric specimen, draw a 2-mL lavender-top (EDTA) tube(s). (When an EDTA tube cannot be collected, collect 3 full EDTA [pink- or lavender-top] MICROTAINERS®.) (Hemolyzed or improperly labeled specimen is not acceptable.)
Note: Label specimen with patient’s full name (first and last), date of birth, date and time of draw, phlebotomist’s initials, and medical record number (MR# not required, if not available for office/home collection).
Specimen stability: 7 days refrigerated at 2-8°C (for ABRH if not on file)
Minimum volume: 1.5 mL whole blood (more specimen may be requested if additional testing is required)
Specimen rejection criteria: Hemolyzed or improperly labeled specimens will not be accepted.
Test Classification and CPT Coding
P9035 - leukoreduced
P9037 - leukoreduced and irradiated
P9073 - pathogen reduced