Immune Deficiency Panel 2 Test
Short Name: Immune Deficiency Panel 2
Also known as: IDP-2, Immune Deficiency Panel 2, CD4/CD8 Count Panel
Immune Deficiency Panel 2 Test test available at DNA Labs India for ₹0. Uses Flow Cytometry on Whole Blood samples. Results in Sample collection daily by 9 am; report available same day.. Free home collection in 300+ cities across India.
🩺 Medically Reviewed By
Dr Pasupathy Arumugam
Consultant Pathologist · Reg: 21521
Last reviewed: September 7, 2026
Overview
The Immune Deficiency Panel 2 evaluates humoral and cellular immunity by measuring immunoglobulin and complement levels and CD3, CD4, and CD8 T-cell subsets. It aids in detecting primary and secondary immune deficiencies and supports HIV disease monitoring and ART initiation decisions.
- Test Code
- 3486
- Sample Type
- Whole Blood
- Result Time
- Sample collection daily by 9 am; report available same day.
- Fasting Required
- No
- Method
- Flow Cytometry
Sample Collection
Give a brief clinical history. Specify time, date, and clinical details on the test request form. No fasting is required unless otherwise instructed.
Method: Venipuncture
Laboratory Analysis
Two whole blood samples are collected by venipuncture: one in a lavender-top EDTA tube and one in a green-top sodium heparin tube. Samples must be shipped immediately at 18–22°C. Do not refrigerate or freeze.
Report Delivery
No special aftercare is required. You may resume normal activities. Reports are usually available the same day.
Timeline: Sample collection daily by 9 am; report available same day.
Patient Instructions
About This Test
Who Should Get This Test
The Immune Deficiency Panel 2 evaluates humoral and cellular immunity by measuring immunoglobulin and complement levels and CD3, CD4, and CD8 T-cell subsets. It aids in detecting primary and secondary immune deficiencies and supports HIV disease monitoring and ART initiation decisions.
How to Prepare
- Collect 3 mL (2 mL min.) whole blood in 1 Lavender Top (EDTA) tube.
- Collect 3 mL (2 mL min.) whole blood in 1 Green Top (Sodium Heparin) tube.
- Ship immediately at 18–22°C. Do not refrigerate or freeze.
- Specify time, date, and clinical details on the test request form.
Doctor's Notes
Reviewed by Dr Pasupathy Arumugam — MBBS, MD (Pathology) · Reg. No. 21521
"This panel combines immunoglobulin, complement, and T-cell subset analysis to provide a broad view of immune competence. CD4 counts are critical for HIV management and ART initiation decisions, while immunoglobulin and complement levels help identify primary or secondary immune deficiencies."
Last medically reviewed: September 7, 2026
Test Parameters & Specifications
Sample Stability
- Sample refrigerated or frozen
- Clotted sample
- Insufficient volume (less than 2 mL per tube)
- Unlabeled or mislabeled specimen
- Sample received after more than 24 hours at room temperature
Understanding Your Results
May indicate primary or secondary humoral immunodeficiency.
May indicate complement deficiency or increased complement consumption.
May suggest cellular immunodeficiency or advanced HIV disease; useful for ART decisions.
May reflect immune dysregulation; not diagnostic for HIV alone.
Consult your physician if you have recurrent infections, unexplained chronic diarrhea, delayed growth, autoimmune symptoms, or if your report shows low immunoglobulin, complement, or CD4 counts.
Limitations
- ⚠Not intended for the initial diagnosis or confirmation of HIV infection.
- ⚠Reference ranges vary with age, sex, and laboratory methods.
- ⚠Absolute counts must be interpreted with clinical context and CD4 percentage.
Risks & Considerations
- ●Mild pain or bruising at the venipuncture site
- ●Lightheadedness or fainting
- ●Rare risk of infection at the puncture site
Interfering Factors
- ●Refrigerated or frozen sample may affect cell viability and results.
- ●Clotted or haemolysed samples may be rejected.
- ●Recent immunosuppressive or immunomodulator therapy may alter lymphocyte subsets.
- ●Missing time, date, or clinical details on the test request form may affect interpretation.
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