Specimen: 3 mL (2 mL min.) whole blood in 1 Lavender Top (EDTA) tube AND 3 mL (2 mL min.) whole blood in 1 Green Top (Sodium Heparin) tube. Ship immediately at 18-22°C. DO NOT REFRIGERATE OR FREEZE. Specify time, date and clinical details on test request form.

Stability (Room): 24 hrs

Stability (Refrigerated): N/A

Stability (Frozen): N/A

Method: Flow Cytometry

Comment:

Price: Contact Medilab

Turnaround time (TAT): 5 – 15 days

Usage: This test (CD4 counts) is intended for use as an aid in the management and care of HIV patients and is required to assess their candidacy for ART initiation. It is not intended for use in the initial diagnosis or confirmation of HIV infection.

Specialty: Physician

Disease: AIDS, Immunodeficiency states

Components: *CD4 Includes % and Absolute Counts

Courier Charges:

Home Collection: Available

Department: FLOW CYTOMETRY

Pre-test Information: Give brief clinical history.