Extended T cell phenotyping

Also known as: SCID Panel

Extended T cell phenotyping may help in the diagnosis of Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID) and compliments a basic lymphocyte subset analysis. This panel looks at memory T cells and proteins that if deficient in cause SCID.

Specimen requirements

1 mL EDTA blood must be received in the Immunology Laboratory within 24 hours of venepuncture. Samples must NOT have been refrigerated or centrifuged and must arrive before 4pm on Fridays.

Cost

Price on application

Laboratory turnaround time

3 working days

Laboratory method

FACSCanto

Reference range/units

N/A

Associated tests

N/A

Sample stability

48 hours post venepuncture (do not refrigerate or centrifuge)

Shipping and storage

Ambient temperature and first class post. Hays DX users please enquire via email below.

Samples must be received in the Immunology Laboratory within 48 hours of venepuncture. Samples must NOT have been refrigerated or centrifuged and must arrive before 4pm on Fridays.

Further information and contact details

For further information, email immunology.office@nhs.net