Order Code Platelets Therapeutic, Platelets Prophylactic, Platelets for transfusion Platelets
Sub activity Type
Blood Bank
Collection tube (preferred)
Lavender
Minimum Volume
2
Stability (days)
7
Transport temperature
Ambient
Transport Container
Original vial
Rejection Criteria
SSt tube
Performance
Performed Daily
Report Available
Same day
Acceptable collection tube
Red
Notes
Blood Type must be performed or on record before platelets can be assigned as well as a current platelet count performed by the transfusing facility