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Alternate Names
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CD4 Counts, T Cell Subsets, B Cell Subsets, Subsets, T4/T8 Ratio, CD4/CD8 Ratio, 4:8, CD19, CD20, 19, 20 |
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Test Code
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SUBS |
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Testing Laboratory
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Flow Cytometry |
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Specimen Type
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Container Type
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4 mL EDTA (Purple Top) - DEDICATED
Lithium Heparin - No Gel (Green Top) - DEDICATED
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Medicare Rebate
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Out of Pocket Costs
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None |
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Ordering Information
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For optimum analysis and result output, please ensure to specify the specific lymphocyte populations of interest. This will also allow for correct panel selection.
MEDICAL STAFF:
Please request a Full Blood Examination when ordering Lymphocyte Subsets. This is required to quantitate the subsets.
Please contact Flow Cytometry for enquiries, Ph: 03 9496 5909. |
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Collection Instructions
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Please collect DEDICATED 1 x Lithium Heparin (no gel) tube and 1 x EDTA tube.
Instructions for: Metropolitan Collection Centres
- DO NOT COLLECT AFTER MIDDAY FRIDAY OR AT ALL ON SATURDAY.
- DO NOT COLLECT AFTER MIDDAY THE DAY BEFORE A PUBLIC HOLIDAY.
Instructions for: Regional Collection Centres
- DO NOT COLLECT ON FRIDAY OR SATURDAY.
- DO NOT COLLECT THE DAY BEFORE A PUBLIC HOLIDAY.
Specimen must be processed by Flow Cytometry (Heidelberg Laboratory) within 48 hours of collection. |
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Transport Instructions
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Transport ambient at room temperature |
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Storage Instructions
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Store ambient at room temperature |
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Testing Frequency
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Monday - Friday |
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Min Test Volume
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2mL |
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Add On Test Suitability
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This test cannot be added after 24 hours of collection. |
