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HelpTest Code FLCD4 | VDP (LSU Shreve) CD4 (Helper Cells)
Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB342
Epic Description: T-HELPER CELLS (CD4) COUNT
Synonym
HELPER T CELL
HELPER CELL COUNT
Collection Limitations
OMCJH: Sunday – Thursday anytime. Friday-samples must be sent to Jeff Hwy Campus Lab the same day collected. Send by STAT courier or cab if necessary. No collections on Saturday. No collection day prior to a Holiday before 8 am.
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Lavender, EDTA |
3.0 mL | 0.5 mL |
| Preferred Micropuncture | Lavendar, EDTA | 4 X 0.5 mL | 1 X 0.5 mL |
Instructions for Collection and Transport
DO NOT centrifuge, refrigerate, or freeze. Transport at room temperature the day of collection. EDTA samples must be analyzed within 48 hours of collection. If necessary to hold overnight, store at room temperature.
Home Health Agencies: Transport to laboratory same day collected.
Aliquot Requirements
Whole Blood
Optimum
Minimum
Performing Lab
OMC JH Flow Cytometry Lab
OMC LSU Shreveport Flow Cytometry Lab
Assay Frequency
Monday – Saturday (excluding holidays)
Routine Turnaround Time
2 days, excluding weekends and holidays.
CSR Storage Requirements
DO NOT REFRIGERATE. DO NOT CENTRIFUGE. Store at room temperature.