Post Transfusion Purpura (PTP)

BC9999

Synonym(s):
Specimen Container
Gel Separator tube & EDTA tube
Specimen Requirement
Adult:
5 mL plain blood and
6 mL EDTA blood

Paeds:
5 mL plain blood and
1-2 mL EDTA blood

Please discuss with BSG transfusion medicine physician (Tel: 6326 6022) before ordering this test.
Phlebotomist's name and signature must be provided on the attached tube label and the test request form.
Specimen Storage/Transport
Specimen has to be stored and transported at room temperature within 24 hours of collection.
Orderable as Urgent? No
Turn Around Time

​7 days

Testing Laboratory Location BSG
Laboratory Tissue Typing Laboratory
Contact Number 6394 1352
Day and Time Performed
Mon - Fri: 0800 hrs to 1700 hrs
Sat: 0800 hrs - 1230 hrs
Orderable on CPOE? No
Downtime Form

Platelet Immunology Test Request Form

Additional Information
Consist of Platelet Antibody Detection and Human Platelet Antigen (HPA) Genotyping (Reflex testing if HPA antibody detected

Last Updated - 27 May 2025