Update Type: Test Code Change
Test Updated: 02/18/2026
Test Overview
Test Methodology

Qualitative Flow Cytometry

Test Usage

Support the diagnosis of autoimmune thrombocytopenia (AITP

Reference Range *

IgG: Negative ; IgM: Negative

* Reference ranges may change over time. Please refer to the original patient report when evaluating results.

Test Details
Days Set Up
Sunday - Saturday
Analytic Time

3 - 5 days

Soft Order Code
APLTA
Synonyms
  • Platelet Antibody
Laboratory
Sendout
Reference Laboratory
ARUP # 0095614
Section
Special Testing
Specimen Requirements
Collection Instructions

Collect specimen in lavender or pink top tube. Send to Specimen Processing ambient. Specimen must be received at ARUP within 48 hrs of collection. Do not collect on Saturday

Special Handling

STRICT AMBIENT

Alternate Specimen

K2EDTA

Normal Volume

4 mL whole blood

Minimum Volume

1 mL whole blood

Storage Temperature
STRICT AMBIENT
Rejection Criteria
Clotted, hemolyzed, frozen, or refrigerated specimens. Specimens older than 48 hours.
Additional Information

Test performed by ARUP Laboratories

Billing
CPT Code
86023 x2
Fee Code
AB108, AB109
NY State Approved
No