Test Code NCD4 CD4 Count for monitoring, blood
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.
Performing Location
NORDX
CPT Code
86359 T cells, total count
86360 T cells, absolute CD4 and CD8 count
Collection Container
EDTA
Specimen Transport Temperature
Room Temp (ambient)
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Friday
Volume
5 (4ml EDTA tube acceptable)