Test Details
Mnemonic
PLSAG
Ordering Code
3509025
CPT-4 Code(s)
85421
Specimen Information
Collect
Light blue sodium citrate
Specimen Preparation
See appendices for coagulation test collection instructions. Send 1.0 mL plasma in a screw capped plastic vial.
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Transport Temperature
Frozen
Stability
Room temperature: 8 hours
Refrigerated: 48 hours
Frozen: 1 year
Refrigerated: 48 hours
Frozen: 1 year
Methodology
Nephlometry
Reference Range
7.5 - 15.5 mg/dL
Performing Laboratory
LabCorp
New York DOH Approval Status
Yes