Test Code TBCELLS T and B-Cells (CD4/CD8) Ratio, Blood
Specimen Requirements
Sodium heparin and EDTA whole blood are required.
Container/Tube: Green-top (sodium heparin) tube and lavender-top (EDTA) tube
Specimen Volume: Full 10-mL tube of heparinized whole blood and full 5-mL tube of EDTA whole blood
Collection Instructions: Immediately invert tube and mix gently 8 times.
Note: 1.The following information is required:
A. Pertinent clinical history
B. Clinical or morphologic suspicion
2. Label specimen appropriately.
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Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient
Performing Laboratory
The Valley Hospital
Methodology
Flow Cytometry