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Lymphocyte subset (Adult only)

Alternative Names:

Lymphocyte subclass
T and B cells
T and B markers
Natural Killer cells
NK cells

Laboratory:

Haematology

Test Code:

FLW

Medicare rebatable:

Registration Instructions:

Collect Mon to Fri (on non-public holidays only).

Flow scientist to allocate appropriate panel (LYM) as per WI072. For T or B cells alone, use a separate panel code.

Testing must be performed within 24 hours of collection. External laboratory only performs test during weekdays. Performed on patients from 16 years of age and above. Patients less than 16 years of age testing needs to be referred to RCH.

Specimen Types:

EDTA

Container Types:

EDTA 4 mL

Adults Volume or Mass:

4 mL

Minimum/Paediatric Volume or Mass:

4 mL

Collection & Request Instructions:

Retrospective testing within 24 hours

Transport Instructions:

Room Temperature

Processing Instructions:

Do Not Centrifuge

Assay Frequency:

Weekdays

USEFUL LINKS

Frozen Section Booking Form