Immune Cell Function - ImmuKnow
- Synonyms: ICF
- LIS Mnemonic: ICF
Collect
Green (Sodium heparin)
Volume Required
4ml
Minimum Required
1ml
Transport
Room temperature
Stability
30 hrs.
Processing
CRITICAL: Blood must be stored and transported at room temperature only (18-28ºC). Do not Refrigerate.
Unacceptable conditions
Specimens received >30 hrs after collection; hemolyzed, clotted, refrigerated, or frozen specimens. Specimens received after Thursday 3:00pm cannot be tested.
Days Performed
Monday 12:00am through Thursday 3:00pm
Reported
3 days
Reflex Testing
N/A
CPT
86353
Methodology
Luminescence
Remarks
The ImmuKnow Immune Cell Function Assay is used to assess cell-mediated immunity by measuring the concentration of ATP produced from CD4+ cells following stimulation. The assay is intended to be used for post-transplant monitoring in an immunosuppressed population.
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