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Lymphocyte Subsets - Flow Cytometry
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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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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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Laboratory
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Flow Cytometry
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MBS Number
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71139
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Specimen
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Blood
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Container
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Lithium Heparin - No Gel (green)
EDTA (purple)
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Collection Instruction
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Collect at room temperature
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Additional Collection Instructions
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Please collect DEDICATED 1 x Lithium Heparin (without gel) & 1 x EDTA. Instructions for: Metropolitan Collection Centres
Instructions for: Regional Collection Centres
Specimen must be processed by Flow Cytometry (Heidelberg Laboratory) within 48 hours of collection. |
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Minimum Adult Volume
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None
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Minimum Paediatric Volume
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None
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Frequency
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Monday - Friday
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These PDF documents can be downloaded for your reference
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Test Code
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SUBS
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Container ID
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EW, LHW, EWP, CH, CHS, CSF1
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Storage Instructions
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Store specimen at room temperature
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Transport Instructions
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Transport at room temperature
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Laboratory Notes
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If a sample is collected outside of the specified collection timeframe, forward the sample to Flow Cytometry. DO NOT REJECT SAMPLES. DO NOT ORGANISE A RECOLLECTION WITHOUT CONSULTING FLOW CYTOMETRY STAFF. Instruction for: Regional Specimen Receptions
Instruction for: Heidelberg Specimen Reception
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