Methodology
Quantitative Flow Cytometry
Synonyms
Immunosuppressive Therapy Monitoring; Post Transplant CD2 and CD3 Monitoring, Percent and Absolute
Specimen Type
Whole Blood
Performing Lab
ARUP
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
Daily
Standard TAT
1 Day
Collection Information
Specimen Required
1-5 mL Whole Blood
Container Type
Dark Green (Sodium Heparin)
Collection Instructions
Whole blood collected in a lithium heparin (green-top) or an EDTA (lavender-top) tube is also acceptable. Draw specimen before administering immunosuppressive medications. Specimens must be analyzed within 48 hours of collection. Some medications may affect immunophenotyping results and should be listed on the patient test request form. THIS TEST IS FOR TRANSPLANT PATIENTS ONLY. WBC and lymphocyte percent results with the same draw date and time as the Lymphocyte Transplantation Profile specimen must be provided.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Ambient-Only
Specimen Stability
Ambient: 48 Hours; Refrigerated Unacceptable; Frozen: Unacceptable
Rejection Criteria
Clotted; Hemolyzed; Frozen or refrigerated specimens; Specimens older than 48 hours.
Test Volume Required
5 mL Whole Blood
Minimum Test Volume
1 mL Whole Blood
Processing Instructions
Complete an ARUP requisition and submit with WBC and lymphocyte percent results and specimen room temp. Call Apollo Courier Service for pick up Monday-Friday.
CPT Codes
86356 (x6)
Revised
11-20-17
Initials
SL