Platelet Antibody, Indirect (IgG)
Also known as: Circulating Platelet Antibody, Serum Platelet Antibody, Flow
Use
The identification of circulating platelet antibodies is useful in order to identify immune‑mediated platelet destruction. Disorders include isoimmune neonatal thrombocytopenia, drug‑induced thrombocytopenia, drug sensitivities, allergies, and post‑transfusion purpura. Detection helps determine if thrombocytopenia has an immune basis.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Methodology
Cell‑based / Cytometry (Flow Cytometry)
Biomarkers
Result Turnaround Time
2-5 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Serum
Volume
2 mL
Minimum Volume
1 mL
Container
serum separator tube (red‑top)
Collection Instructions
Collect 5 mL whole blood in serum separator tube (red‑top), and separate serum before submitting
Storage Instructions
Refrigerated
Causes for Rejection
Hemolysis; lipemia; icterus; any other anticoagulant tube; other than red‑top
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 21 days |
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