Lymphocyte Function Tests


Test Name
Lymphocyte Function Tests
Test Code
PHAPRO3
Specimen Type

Lithium Heparin

Minimum Volume
2mL
Preferred Volume
5mL
Comments

When not specifically requested otherwise, 'Lymphocyte Function' means WHOLE BLOOD PHA only. 

Also known as PHA or Lymphocyte Proliferation PHA or PHA Stimulation

MEDICAL STAFF:

See Healthy Controls and Cellular Tests Guidelines 

Please request FBE.

COLLECTION STAFF:
Sample to be collected on Tuesday morning and arrive in Immunology Laboratory by 1330hrs.

LABORATORY STAFF:
Do not spin. Keep at room temperature. Please phone Immunology Lab on 5725 if the sample arrives after 1.30pm Tuesday.

Assay Performed
Immunology
RCH
9345 5725
Laboratory Hours: 0800-1730 Mon-Fri (excluding PH)
no after hours service
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Assay Frequency

Tuesdays, except when the following Friday is a public holiday (test requires 3 day culture).

Activated T Cells and Double Negative T Cells 2