Methodology
Flow Cytometry
Synonyms
Flow Cytometry (IL-12 R beta 1
Specimen Type
Whole Blood
Performing Lab
National Jewish Cytokines
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
Monday, Tuesday, Friday
Standard TAT
7-9 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
6-10 mL Whole Blood
Container Type
Dark Green (Sodium Heparin)
Collection Instructions
Test must be scheduled with laboratory at National Jewish at least 3 days in advance of draw (800) 550-6227. Collect Monday or Thursday 0800-1300 only, no weekends or holidays. Whole blood collected in a lithium heparin (green-top) tube is also acceptable.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Ambient-Only
Specimen Stability
Room Temp=24 Hour; Refrigerated=Unacceptable; Frozen=Unacceptable
Rejection Criteria
Frozen; Clotted; Hemolyzed; Centrifuge specimens; Anticoagulants other than heparin; Specimens >24 hours old
Test Volume Required
10 mL Whole Blood
Minimum Test Volume
6 mL Whole Blood
Processing Instructions
Test must be scheduled with laboratory at National Jewish at least 3 days in advance of draw (800) 550-6227. DO NOT centrifuge. Complete a National Jewish Cytokines requisition and submit with specimen room temp Monday or Thursday only, no weekends or holidays. Specimen must arrive same day within 24 hours of collection.
Included Tests
Insurance authorization is required prior to draw for Outpatients. Ok to send on Inpatients.
CPT Codes
86353, 88184, 88185 (x2)
Revised
01-27-21
Initials
SL