Pathology Handbook

Recent changes for Plasminogen Activator Inhibitor (Sendaway Test)
Date	Field	Changed From	Changed To
11th November 2024	MBS rebatable	Yes	No

Laboratory:

Haematology

Test Code:

PLI

Medicare rebatable:

Specimen Types:

Plasma

Container Types:

Sodium Citrate

Adults Volume or Mass:

2.7 mL

Minimum/Paediatric Volume or Mass:

0.5 mL

Collection & Request Instructions:

Add exactly 2.7 mL of blood & mix by inversion.

Specimens cannot be analysed or re- analysed beyond 4 to 6 hours after collection, depending on the test required.

Transport Instructions:

Room Temperature

Assay Frequency:

Monthly

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