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HelpTest ID BLOD0640 Immunodeficiency Panel 1
Specimen Type/Requirements
Lavender top (EDTA) tube - Whole Blood
Specimen must be tested within 72 hours of collection. Send to be received at Sanford Medical Center Sioux Falls Monday through Friday morning.
Lithium Heparin and ACD Solution are not acceptable. Clotted specimens are not acceptable.
Test is affected by gross hemolysis. Test is not affected by lipemia.
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 4.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 2.0 mL |
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | 72 hours | Preferred for transport |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | Not Acceptable | |
| Frozen | Not Acceptable |
Performed Test Frequency
Monday through Friday
Additional Information
Panel includes Percent and Absolute Values for: Total T Cells (CD3), Helper T Cells (CD3+CD4+), Suppressor T Cells (CD3+CD8+), Total B Cells (CD19), Natural Killer Lymphocytes (CD3-[CD16+/CD56+]). Helper-Suppressor Ratio also included.
Methodology
Flow Cytometry
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Sioux Falls
CPT
86357, 86355, 86360, 86359