Platelet Count
- Sample Type
- Standard
- Fasting
- No
- Unit
- 10^3/µL
Platelets are essential for primary hemostasis and thrombus formation. In a COVID Panel Hematology, platelet count is a critical prognostic marker. While COVID-19 is often associated with a pro-thrombotic state, a falling platelet count (thrombocytopenia) in severe cases often indicates consumptive coagulopathy (DIC) or severe systemic inflammation, correlating with increased mortality and disease severity.
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Why Context Matters
Pseudothrombocytopenia can occur due to EDTA-induced platelet clumping in the test tube, giving a falsely low reading. High altitudes, recent strenuous exercise, or chronic inflammatory conditions can cause reactive thrombocytosis (high counts) that may be mistaken for a primary bone marrow disorder.
Lab ranges are statistical averages, not biological laws. "Normal" for a 20-year-old male isn't normal for a 60-year-old female.
Clinical References
Source-of-truth databases and clinical guidelines for Platelet Count:
Official Sources
- ASH Clinical Practice Guidelines on Immune ...hematology.org
Research & Guidelines
- PubMed: Platelet Count Clinical GuidelinesNCBI / PubMed
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