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 Recent changes for Double Negative T-Cells

Recent changes for Double Negative T-Cells
DateFieldChanged FromChanged To
30th June 2026
Alternative names

DNTC

DNTC, ALPS screen, ALPS, DNT cells, autoimmune lymphoproliferative syndrome screen

Frequency

Daily

Weekdays

23rd June 2026
Request Group

Lymphocyte markers

DNTC

Optional Container Type

EDTA 3 mL

Collection & Request Instructions

Keep at room temperature and do not spin.

Test within 48 hours @ MMC Immunology

Keep at room temperature and do not spin.

Test EDTA within 24 hrs and lithium heparin within 48 hours @ MMC Immunology

23rd June 2026
Collection & Request Instructions

Keep at room temperature and do not spin.

Test within 48 hours

Keep at room temperature and do not spin.

Test within 48 hours @ MMC Immunology

Double Negative T-Cells

Alternative Names:DNTC
ALPS screen
ALPS
DNT cells
autoimmune lymphoproliferative syndrome screen
Laboratory:Haematology
Test Code:DNTC
Specimen Types:Blood
Container Types:
Lithium Heparin (without Gel)
EDTA 3 mL
Adults Volume or Mass:1 mL
Minimum/Paediatric Volume or Mass:0.5 mL
Collection & Request Instructions:

Keep at room temperature and do not spin.

Test EDTA within 24 hrs and lithium heparin within 48 hours @ MMC Immunology

Transport Instructions between Sites and/or Laboratories:

Keep at room temperature and do not spin.

Test EDTA within 24 hrs and lithium heparin within 48 hours @ MMC Immunology

Assay Frequency:Weekdays
MBS Rebatable:Yes
MBS Item No.:71139
Billing Information:

Characterisation of 3 or more leucocyte surface antigens by immunofluorescence or immunoenzyme techniques to assess lymphoid or myeloid cell populations

Additional Notes:

Keep at room temperature and do not spin.

Test EDTA within 24 hrs and lithium heparin within 48 hours @ MMC Immunology