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HelpCatalog ID PPH Order Platelets (for transfusion)
CPOE Test Name
Use Blood Bank- Blood Products Adult/Pediatric Subphase to order blood products (Platelet Pheresis Order)
Synonyms
Platelet Pheresis, Pooled Platelets
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Requirements
Pink top (EDTA) tube; Samples Name, MRN, require date and phlebotomist initials/Cerner ID.
Storage and Transport
Send to Blood Bank
Causes for Rejection
Improper labeling; wrong tube; gross hemolysis; insufficient volume
Interpretation
Analyze platelet pretransfusion platelet counts with 1-hour and 24-hour posttransfusion platelet counts for efficacy of the platelet transfusion in conjunction with the patient's clinical condition.
Turn Around Time
30 Minutes
CPT / HCPCS Code
P9034, P9019, 86965
Reference Ranges
If a patient is suspected of being refractory to platelet transfusion and HLA-matched platelets are desired, order will require pathologist approval and consultation.
Performing Lab
Blood Bank BI-1230 721-2731