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Test Code NCD4 CD4 Count for monitoring, blood

Important Note

STABILITY: Specimen must be recieved at testing lab within 24 hours of draw. Do not obtain specimens on Friday, weekends or holidays.  Monday thru Thursday only.

Performing Location

NORDX

CPT Code

86359  T cells, total count

86360  T cells, absolute CD4 and CD8 count

Specimen

4ml EDTA whole blood specimen. Remain at ambient temperature.

 

STABILITY: Specimen must be recieved at testing lab within 24 hours of draw. Do not obtain specimens on weekends or holidays.

 

Note:  Label specimen with patient’s name (first and last), date of birth, date and time of draw, and phlebotomist’s initials.

Collection Container

EDTA

Specimen Transport Temperature

Room Temp (ambient)

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Friday

Volume

5 (4ml EDTA tube acceptable)