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HelpTest Code Fresh Frozen Plasma (FFP) Fresh Frozen Plasma (FFP)
Aliases
FFP
Useful For
This is ordered when plasma is needed for transusion
Patient Preparation
No special patient preparation required
Special Collection Instructions
Patient must have current type and screen specimen in lab unless under 4 months old
Collection Method
No Collection
Reference or Target Ranges
Not defined for this assay
Critical Value
Not defined for this assay
Reasons for Rejection
| Hemolysis Threshold | N/A |
| Icterus Threshold | N/A |
| Lipemia Threshold | N/A |
| Interfering Substances/Other | Missing any of the following: Complete first and last name, Medical record number, Date and time of collection, or Name or initials of the person collecting the sample. |
Specimen Stability
| Ambient | 72 Hours |
| Refrigerated (4°C to 8°C) | 72 Hours |
| Frozen(-70°C to -20°C) | N/A |
Performance Information
| Days and Time Performed | 24/7 |
| Expected Turn Around Time | Routine: within 4 hours of arrival in lab |
| Stat Availability | No |
| Performing Bench | UH Blood Bank, WCH Blood Bank |
| Methodology/Method Description | None |
CPT Codes
36430; One or more of the following: P9017, P9059