PLATELET ANTIBODY DIRECT FLOW CYTOMETRY

Additional Codes

Software	Test Code
Label Text	PADFC
EPIC	LAB20218
Quest Diagnostics	5019

Performing Laboratory

Quest Diagnostics

Useful For

Differentiating immune from non-immune disorders

Method Name

Flow Cytometry

Reference Values

Anti-IgG: Negative

Days and Times Test Performed

Monday through Sunday

Report Available

4-5 Days

Analytic time for send out tests is the time it will take to perform testing once it has arrived at the performing reference lab. Please add 1 to 2 days from time of collection to allow for receipt at NorDx central lab and shipment of specimen, add another day if specimen is collected on the day before a weekend or holiday.

Specimen Type

Whole Blood

Preferred Container

Lavender Top Tube (EDTA)

Preferred Volume

Whole Blood: 7 mL (Lavender Top Tube (EDTA))

Minimum Volume

Whole Blood: 5 mL (Lavender Top Tube (EDTA))

Specimen Collection and Handling

1. Send whole blood at ambient temperature.

2. Do not refrigerate or freeze.

3. If the platelet count is less than 20,000/ccm, submit 7-10 mL whole blood.

Add On Capable

Not Permitted

Advance Beneficiary Notice Requirements

No ABN Required

CPT Code Information

CPT Code	CPT Description	CPT Disclaimer
86023	Autoanitbody Identification, Platelet Associated Immunoglobulin Assay

Performing Laboratory Location