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Helper T-lymphocyte Marker CD4

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Sample Requirements
Sample Requirements
Order Code
50037
CPT
86361
Test Details
Synonyms

CD4 Count

TAT

48 hours

Methodology

Flow Cytometry

Performing Location

Accredited NRL Laboratory

Testing Frequency

Monday to Friday

Test Overview

Monitors CD4 count in immunodeficiency and HIV.

Specimen Type

Whole Blood

Volume

4 mL

Specimen Container

Lavender-top (EDTA) tube

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Room temperature 2 days
Order Code
50037
CPT
86361
Test Details
Synonyms

CD4 Count

TAT

48 hours

Methodology

Flow Cytometry

Performing Location

Accredited NRL Laboratory

Testing Frequency

Monday to Friday

Test Overview

Monitors CD4 count in immunodeficiency and HIV.

Specimen Type

Whole Blood

Volume

4 mL

Specimen Container

Lavender-top (EDTA) tube

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Room temperature 2 days