T Cell Subsets, CSF

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General Information

Lab Name
T Cell Subsets, CSF
Lab Code
CSFTCS
Epic Ordering
T Cell Subsets, CSF
Description
Synonyms
CD4, CD8, CSF
Components

Interpretation

Method

Single Platform method via Flow Cytometry

Reference Range
See individual components

Ordering & Collection

Specimen Type
CSF
Collection

No minimum volume

Handling Instructions

Immediately stored 1:1 in RPMI media at 3-5°C

Note: If the container is near full, add enough RPMI to still be able to safely store and/or ship.

Optimal results are achieved when samples are received within 24 hours of collection for body fluids. Samples must be received in the lab within 48 hours of collection. Orders received >48 hours after collection will be rejected. In rare cases samples less than 24 hours beyond stability may be reported with a disclaimer at the discretion of the flow cytometry laboratory medical director or designee.

Processing

Processing

CSF samples should be held in the refrigerator

Performance

LIS Dept Code
Hematopathology (HP)
Performing Location(s)
Other Hematopathology
206-606-7060

UW Hematopathology Laboratory, G7-800
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
825 Eastlake Avenue E.
Seattle, WA 98109

Hematopathology hours:
5:30 am - 6:30 pm Monday through Saturday
7:30 am - 4:00 pm Sunday, and with reduced staffing on major holidays

Frequency
Monday-Sunday. Testing is offered on the following holidays: Veteran's Day, MLK, Day after Thanksgiving. NOT offered on: President's day, Memorial day, 4th of July, Labor day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year’s Day.
Available STAT?
No

Billing & Coding

CPT codes
86360
LOINC
57401-2
Interfaced Order Code
UOW3926