Coagulation Laboratory

Prothrombin Time (PT)/INR

  • Synonyms: PT
  • LIS Mnemonic: PTINR

    Collect

    Blue (Sodium citrate)

    Volume Required

    Completely filled tube

    Minimum Required

    N/A

    Transport

    Room temperature

    Stability

    Specimen must be received within 4 hours of collection.

    Unacceptable conditions

    Specimens that are inadequately filled; hemolyzed/clotted specimens.

Days Performed

24/7

Reported

Stat - 45 Min, Routine - 90 Min

Reflex Testing

N/A

CPT

85610

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