CD4 COUNT

Message

If CD4 and CD8 counts are needed, please order CD48C

Test Code

CD4CT

Alias/See Also

CD4 Absolute

CPT Codes
86361

Includes

Absolute CD4 count and percent CD4

Preferred Specimen

1 Lavender tube (EDTA)

Minimum Volume

2 mL

Other Acceptable Specimens

None

Instructions

Deliver specimen to laboratory ASAP. Submit whole blood, do not centrifuge.

Transport Temperature

Room temperature

Specimen Stability

Room temperature up to 48 hours

Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)

Specimen too old for analysis or improperly stored. Plasma samples will not be accepted.

Methodology
Flow cytometry

Setup Schedule

M, Tu, W, Th, F, Sa

Report Available

Report available within 24 hours of receipt Monday - Saturday
Report available within 48 hours of receipt Sunday and holidays

Reference Range

CD4	Range
CD4%	34-65
CD4 cells/uL	518-1472

Clinical Significance

Aids in the clinical management of T-helper immune status of HIV-positive individuals.

Performed By
Alverno Laboratories

Performing Laboratory
Alverno Central Lab
NMB10 (Molecular Biology, Flow)

Last Updated: April 8, 2024

The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.