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Platelet Storage Pool Deficiency Analysis
Our laboratory offers reference testing services for diagnosing platelet dysfunction disorders. Specifically, we routinely evaluate patients suspected of having dense granule (delta) storage pool deficiency.
The platelet is a dynamic hematological cell that has a half-life of approximately 5-7 days in the circulation and it is essential for hemostasis. These cells contain numerous substances that mediate both clotting and thrombolysis that are stored principally in two types of organelles, alpha and delta (dense) granules. Storage pool deficiency (SPD) is a heterogeneous bleeding disorder due to platelet dysfunction and usually related to a decreased number of these specific platelet organelles. Deficiencies of platelet alpha granules (α-SPD), dense granules (δ-SPD), and combined deficiencies of both alpha and delta granules and their specific substance contents will all manifest as a hemorrhagic diathesis. Patients having SPD often present with a history of easy bruising, frequent epistaxis, and prolonged bleeding times with or without abnormal aggregation tests. Both hereditary and acquired etiologies have been reported. Chédiak-Higashi, Grey Platelet, Hermansky-Pudlak, and Wiskott-Aldrich syndromes are examples of hereditary SPDs. Acquired SPDs have been reported in subjects suffering from myeloproliferative disorders, cirrhosis, and uremia.
- Instructions for Clinical Blood Sample Submission
- Specimen Delivery Addresses
- Equipment for Clinical Analysis
- FAQ
Platelet (Delta Granule) Ultrastructural Analysis by Transmission Electron Microscopy (Blood Submission Instructions PDF)
Please include the following information with blood specimen:
- Complete and print the following PDF forms to insure legibility of information:
E.M. Requisition Form for Reference Laboratory Testing for submission of blood for clinical evaluation.
Bleeding History / Laboratory values Form for sending blood specimen for platelet delta granule electron microscopy.
- Patient history, PT, PTT, CBC, as well as any coagulation results or profiles, if possible
Collect a minimum of 7 ml of whole blood in a yellow top (ACD) solution (A or B) tube. Send specimen at ambient temperature via overnight delivery. It is imperative that the blood specimen is not refrigerated or frozen at any time. Samples are accepted and run Monday through Friday. The laboratory is CLOSED weekends and holidays.
The Request for Approval for Platelet Electron Microscopy Form is provided for health professionals to request coverage approval from the patient's insurance company.
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| Pathology Laboratory University of Toledo Medical Center 3000 Arlington Avenue Toledo, OH 43614 Phone: (419) 383 - 3752 |
Attention: Dr. W.T. Gunning Department of Pathology University of Toledo Health Science Campus Block Health Sciences Bldg., Room 029 3035 Arlington Avenue Toledo, OH 43614-5804 Phone: (419) 383 - 3484 |
INTERNAL MEDICINE NEWS, May 12, 2011
"Platelet Aggregation Testing Flawed in Teens" By Patrice Wendling
FROM THE ANNUAL MEETING OF THE NORTH AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR PEDIATRIC AND ADOLESCENT GYNECOLOGY
