Flow Cytometry Lymphoma Workup at Main
Test Mnemonic
FCLYMPH
Performing Laboratory
Cleveland Clinic Laboratories
Alternate Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unspecified | Aspirate, fine needle | RPMI media | Refrigerated | Refrigerated |
Stability
| Environmental Condition | Description |
|---|---|
| Refrigerated | Fresh tissue in RPMI tissue storage media should be refrigerated and tested ASAP. A sample viability will be determined with every flow panel performed. |
Days Performed
Mon - Sat
Turnaround Time
1 - 3 days
Methodology
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Flow Cytometry (FC) |
Reference Range
Special Info
Flow Cytometry may be performed, including but not limited to the following antibodies: CD2, CD3, CD4, CD5, CD7, CD8, CD10, CD13, CD16/56, CD19, CD20, CD23, CD45, CD123, KAPPA, LAMBDA, TRBC1 and CD200. Based on review of the flow cytometry results the following tests may be ordered and billed: Additional flow markers, molecular and FISH assays.
Clinical Info
To rule out Lymphoma.