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Post Transfusion Purpura (PTP)

Test Code:

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.

Method

 

Orderable as STAT?

No

Turn Around Time

​7 days

Reference Value(s)

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

Additional Information

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

Change History Notes

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Keywords

Post Transfusion Purpura (PTP) BC9999
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