T Cell Subsets, BAL
General Information
Lab Name
T Cell Subsets, BAL
Lab Code
BALTCS
Epic Name
T Cell Subsets, BAL
Description
Please complete a Hematopathology test request form found at Clinical Pathology Test Order Forms.
Components
| Code | Name |
|---|---|
| T4AB | % CD4 |
| T8AB | % CD8 |
| T4T8RA | CD4/CD8 Ratio |
| NFDA5 | Test Comment |
Interpretation
Method
Flow Cytometry
Reference Range
See individual components
Guidelines
Ordering & Collection
Specimen Type
Collection
Schedule with Hematopathology Laboratory (206) 606-7060 before collecting/sending specimen. BRONCHO ALVEOLAR LAVAGE FLUID collected in CYTOCENTRIFUGE tube.
Handling Instructions
Samples in RPMI preferred. Optimal results are achieved when samples are received within 24 hours of collection for body fluids. Samples must be received in the lab within 72 hours of collection. Orders received >72 hours after collection will be rejected. In rare cases samples less than 24 hours beyond stability may be reported with a disclaimer at the discretion of the flow cytometry laboratory medical director or designee.
Quantity
requested: 10 mL BAL
Processing
BAL samples that will not be received in Hematopathology within 24 hours of collection should be stored/transported at 4°C
Performance
LIS Dept Code
Hematopathology (HP)
Performing Location(s)
| Other |
Hematopathology
206-606-7060 UW Hematopathology Laboratory, G7-800 |
Hematopathology hours: |
|---|
Frequency
Monday-Sunday
Available STAT?
No