Test Entry - Detail

Lymphocyte Subsets - BAL


General
  Clinical Use: Lymphocyte subset analysis by flow cytometry for investigation of sarcoidosis on Bronchoalveolar Lavage Samples.
  Availability: Samples are tested Monday-Friday.
  Aliases/Synonyms: BAL Flow Cytometry,   BAL Lymphocyte Subsets CD4/CD8,   CD4/CD8 (BAL),   Flow Cytometry - BAL,  
  Code: BAL
  Handling Instructions (to laboratory): Send sample chilled.
  Hyperlink:
  Reference Interval:
Refer to report or laboratory


Collection Requirements
  Container: Sterile Container (STERILE),  
  Sample Type: BAL
  Minimum Collection Volume:
  Collection Instructions: Do not add any anticoagulant or fixative to sample.


Processing Requirements
  Alternate Containers:
  Processing Instructions:
  Minimum Assay Volume: 1mL
  Stability:
  Transport Instructions (to testing laboratory): Send sample chilled.


Testing Locations
  Performed at:
Section Department Site Contact Phone
- Immunology QEII Medical Centre 6383 4306
Flow Cytometry Haematology Fiona Stanley Hospital 6152 8160


Last Updated : 21-07-2025 09:54