This flow cytometry assay is intended to be used as a screening test. Screening tests are not 100% sensitive nor specific, and a normal result should not preclude molecular sequencing if a patient's clinical presentation suggests that the probability of a diagnosis is high.
CPT Codes
88184, 88185x4, 88187
Collection
Collect
Blood in 3mL Lav EDTA. Collect only Mon-Fri. On Fridays, must be received to Burnet lab by 1100
Minimum Collection Volume
2mL
Acceptable Specimen Collect Alternatives
4mL DkGr NaHep
Shipping/Handling Instructions (Lab Use Only)
Do not spin. Critical: Room Temp
External Client Shipping and Handling
Sample must be received within 24 hours of collection.
This flow cytometry assay is intended to be used as a screening test. Screening tests are not 100% sensitive nor specific, and a normal result should not preclude molecular sequencing if a patient's clinical presentation suggests that the probability of a diagnosis is high.
