Test Directory

CD4/CD8 Counts

Containers - Adult

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Red Cap Tube EDTA KE 2.7ml
Volume Range

​2.7ml Peripheral blood

Additive per Container

​EDTA

Reference ranges

​Individual reports are generated for each analysis.

Laboratory Site

WGH
Crewe Road South
Edinburgh
EH4 2XU
Telephone: 0131 537 1000

Transport arrangements

​Sample MUST be received within 48 hours of collection

Sample storage arrangements

​Room Temperature

How to request

​TRAK/Request Form

Availability

Samples are batched Tuesday-Friday afternoons.  Samples MUST arrive in WGH immunophenotyping laboratory by 1pm on a Friday to ensure appropriate processing.

Anticipated turnaround

​48 Hours

What happens if the result is positive or abnormal

​Requesting clinician will be contacted via telephone or email. Please ensure details are included on request.

Static information/disclaimer

This test is accredited to ISO 15189:2012