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HelpTest Code IMPLF Immature Platelet Fraction, Blood
Specimen Required
Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: 3 mL
Collection Instructions: Send whole blood specimen in original tube. Do not aliquot.
Secondary ID
622937Useful For
Assessing thrombopoietic activity with increased values observed when bone marrow is stimulated to produce platelets
Differentiating causes of thrombocytopenia
Predicting platelet recovery in patients undergoing treatments that affect platelet counts, such as chemotherapy
Method Name
Flow Cytometry
Reporting Name
Immature Platelet Fraction, BSpecimen Type
Whole Blood EDTASpecimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Whole Blood EDTA | Refrigerated (preferred) | 48 hours |
| Ambient | 24 hours |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | OK |
| Gross icterus | OK |
| Clotted | Reject |
Reference Values
1.1-8.6%
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
Same day/1 dayPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Test Classification
This test has been cleared, approved, or is exempt by the US Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.CPT Code Information
85055
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| IMPLF | Immature Platelet Fraction, B | 71693-6 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| IPF | Immature Platelet Fraction | 71693-6 |