Test Code PLTAG Coagulation, Platelet Aggregation
Performing Laboratory
ChristianaCare-Newark Campus
Methodology
Platelet Aggregometer
Reference Values
An interpretive report will be provided.
Specimen Requirements
Deliver to laboratory within 1 hour of draw.
Container/Tube: Six 4.5-mL light blue-top (sodium citrate) tubes
Specimen: Full tubes - must be filled to exactly 4.5 mL
Collection Instructions:
Note: Label tubes with patient’s full name and
1 additional unique patient identifier such as date of birth,
medical record number, emergency ID number, or financial number.
Date and time of draw, collector’s initials, and type of
specimen are also required.
Day(s) Test Set Up
Primarily performed on Tuesdays
Routine Turnaround Time: 6 hours, prior to 1 p.m.
STAT Turnaround Time: 4 hours, prior to 1 p.m.