Lymphocyte Subsets
The absolute number and percentage of different lymphocyte subsets can vary in various diseases. For example, in individuals with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection, the number of CD4+ cells and the CD4+: CD8+ ratio is affected by the stage of disease and response to treatment. Thus, lymphocyte subset analysis can provide information regarding the immune status of the HIV infected patient and assist in monitoring therapy. Characteristic lymphocyte subset profile can be seen in a number of primary immunodeficiency disorders. A specific test request for T-cell subsets only test for CD4 and CD8 lymphocytes and is used for monitoring anti-retroviral treatment and HIV infection.
Lymphocytes CD 3 %, 55 - 83
Lymphocytes CD 3 absolute counts, 700 - 2100
Lymphycytes CD 4 %, 28 - 57
Lymphocytes CD 4 absolute counts, 300 - 1400
Lymphocytes CD 8 %, 10 - 39
Lymphocytes CD 8 absolute counts, 200 - 900
B cells CD19 %, 6 - 9
B cells absolute counts, 100 - 500
NK cells %, 7 - 31
NK cells absolute counts, 90 - 600
Do not Refrigerate sample. Test is time sensitive and samples should be sent to the lab immediately. Please note there is no laboratory service during Fridays, weekend and bank holidays. Samples received during this period will not be processed.
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Last updated: 21/07/2025