Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD22109Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Lymphocyte Subset Panel 3
Also known as: Flow
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
T‑lymphocyte enumeration assists in evaluating cellular immunocompetency by quantifying major T‑cell subsets and lymphocyte ratios.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Cell-based / Cytometry (Flow Cytometry)
Biomarkers
8 targets
% CD3 (Mature T Cells)% CD4% CD8Absolute CD3+ CellsAbsolute CD4+ CellsAbsolute CD8+ CellsAbsolute LymphocytesCD4/CD8 Ratio
Result Turnaround Time
2-3 days
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Whole Blood
Volume
5 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Container
Lavender (EDTA) tube
Causes for Rejection
Hemolysis; Lithium heparin (green‑top) tube; ACD (yellow‑top) tube; Clotted
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 72 Hours |
| Refrigerated | Unacceptable |
| Frozen | Unacceptable |