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eD-H Order Code
LAB301
Specimen Collection Information
| Specimen | Minimum Test Volume | Container | Special Handling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blood | 0.5 ML | ||
| Neo/Pedi Blood |
Neonatal/Pediatric Minimum Volumes |
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient, stable for 24 hours.
Reference Ranges / Critical Values
| Assay | Gender | Age Range | Normal Range | Critical Values | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Immature Plt % | All | 0 Minutes – 150 Years | 0.0 -7.4 | % | |
| Platelet | All | 0 Minutes – 3 Days | 85 -475 | <20 | x10(3)/mcL |
| 3 Days – 18 Years | 145 -370 | <20 | x10(3)/mcL | ||
| 18 Years – 150 Years | 145 -357 | <20 | x10(3)/mcL |
Specimen Stability
48 hours
Additional Specimen Instructions
Acceptable Specimen Tubes
Lavender 4 mL tube
Lavender 2 mL tube
Lavender Microtainer MAP Tube
Properly filled tube required.
Interpretive Data
| Assay Display | Interpretive Data |
|---|---|
| Immature Plt % | Limitation of the Immature Platelet Fraction (IPF)-May be less reliable when the platelet count is less than 10×103/uL due to statistical imprecision. The IPF value provides an assessment of the Bone Marrow production status. It is useful in differentiating Thrombocytopenia caused by platelet destruction/consumption versus decreased production. It also helps to determine the imminent release of platelets and can be therefore a helpful parameter in Chemotherapy and Bone marrow transplant patients. ELEVATED IPF value: · When the bone marrow is in a state of over production such as when increased destruction and consumption are the underlying issue. · When the marrow is recovering post chemotherapy or bone marrow transplant. LOW to NORMAL IPF value: · When the bone marrow in not responding and is in a decreased state of production. References: Sysmex America Inc. The Clinical Value of the Immature Platelet Fraction (IPF) in Cell Recovery Document Number 10-1143 06/2011 Sysmex America Inc. The Role of the Immature Platelet Fraction (IPF) in the Differential Diagnosis of Thrombocytopenia Document MKT-10-1209 V05/12/14 P05/14 |
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday; continuously
CPT(s)
85049
Performing Lab Section
Hematology