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HelpTest ID MONOF Monocyte Repartition by CD14/CD16, Blood
Ordering Guidance
If cytogenetic tests are requested in addition to this test, an additional specimen tube should be submitted. It is important that the specimen be obtained, processed, and transported according to instructions for the other required test
Shipping Instructions
Specimens must be refrigerated and received within 3 days of collection.
Specimen Required
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Yellow top (ACD solution A or B)
Acceptable: Lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: 3 mL
Collection Instructions: Send whole blood specimen in original tube. Do not aliquot.
Secondary ID
610018Useful For
Aiding in the diagnosis and monitoring of chronic myelomonocytic leukemia
Specimen Type
Whole bloodSpecimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Whole blood | Refrigerated | 72 hours |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
Reference Values
% Monocytes of WBC: 1.0-6.6%
MO1 (classical monocytes): <94.0%
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
88184-Flow cytometry; first cell surface, cytoplasmic or nuclear marker
88185 x 7-Flow cytometry; additional cell surface, cytoplasmic or nuclear marker (each)
88187-Flow Cytometry Interpretation, 2 to 8 markers
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday