Flow cytometry is available for the following procedures: 

• Lymphocyte immuno- phenotyping, especially CD4 and CD8 determinations.
• Leukemia cell phenotyping to assist in the diagnosis and definition of the leukemia cell types. • Stem cell determinations (CD34) to assist in assessing regenerative capacity of transplant cell populations.
• DNA analysis of tumor specimens including proliferation rate. Correlation has been performed between ploidy and proliferation rate and clinical outcome in patients with breast cancer. Flow results may also be used as an adjunctive technique in the interpretation of fine needle aspirates, pleural and peritoneal fluids, and biopsy specimens. Solid tumors can be submitted as either fresh, frozen (-70 degrees F) or as paraffin embedded tissue.

To determine the best procedure for harvesting and transporting specimens, call the laboratory during regular working hours at 865.305.9462