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Test Code LAB1184 DIC Screen

Aliases

Platelet Count
PT INR
PTT
FIB
D-Dimer

Special Collection Notes

Fill vials completely to the etched fill indicator on the tube. Do not underfill or overfill tubes.
After collection, invert tubes 3-4 times. Do not shake.

Specimen Type

Blood:
LT Blue Top Tube-Citrate

Processing Instructions

After collection, invert tubes 3-a4 times. Do not shake. Centrifuge within 30 minute sof collection.

1. Centrifuge sample per procedure.
2. Pipette off plasma into pour off tube.
3. Centrifuge spun plasma per procedure.
4. Pipette off plasma into pour off tube, being sure to leave red cell button undisturbed.
5. Attach original sample tube to pour off tube with rubber band.
6. Place sample in freezer until courier arrives.
7. Send sample frozen on dry ice via courier.

Specimen Volume

Preferred: 2.7 or 1.8 mL
Minimum: 1.8 mL

Temperature

Frozen

Test/Batch Schedule

Batched schedule

Test Components

Platelet Count
PT INR
PTT
FIB
D-Dimer

Reference Range

Contact lab for reference range

Performing Section

Hematology/Coag