Platelet Function Test

BC9999

Synonym(s):
Specimen Container
Sodium Citrate Tube
Specimen Requirement
Citrated Whole Blood
20 mL
Fill blood up to the marking on tube and mix well.
Includes aggregation with 5 reagents (ADP, Collagen, Epinephrine, Arachidonic acid and ristocetin).

Patient need to fast overnight prior to test and should not be on aspirin for at least 2 weeks for investigation of bleeding disorder.
Specimen Storage/Transport
Send immediately at room temperature. DO NOT send with ice pack.
Orderable as Urgent? No
Turn Around Time
1 day
Reference Value(s)
Platelet Aggregation with:

ADP64 - 111%
Arachidonic Acid52 - 110%
Collagen68 - 117%
Epinephrine46 - 122%
Ristocetin80 - 115%
Testing Laboratory Location SGH
Laboratory Haematology
Contact Number 6394 1352
Day and Time Performed
By appointment only
Orderable on CPOE? No
Downtime Form

63170-Form-1080 Haematology Laboratory Downtime Form

Additional Information
Platelet aggregation with ADP, Arachidonic Acid, Collagen, Epinephrine, and Ristocetin
 
** Appointment required. Call 6326 6022 for appointment.

Change History Notes

  • 08 Feb 2023 12:00 AM

    Updated Laboratory.

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Last Updated - 05 Apr 2025