Test Price
450 AED✅ Home Collection Available
Immunophenotyping by Flow Cytometry (CD2) Test in UAE | 450 AED | DHA Licensed
Executive Summary & Core Metrics
Diagnostic Accuracy: 99.9% sensitivity achieved through ISO-certified laboratory processing and DHA-licensed protocols.
Logistics Excellence: VIP mobile phlebotomy for peripheral blood samples with temperature-controlled cold-chain (8 AM–11 PM). Bone marrow aspiration is a hospital-only procedure.
Professional Consultation: Post-test telephonic guidance by certified specialists for result interpretation.
Insurance: Direct coverage verification via WhatsApp +971 54 548 8731.
Test Overview & Methodology
The Immunophenotyping by Flow Cytometry CD2 test identifies and quantifies cells expressing the CD2 surface marker, crucial for diagnosing and monitoring T-cell and NK-cell lymphomas, leukemias, and immunodeficiency disorders. This test employs multi-parameter flow cytometry with CD2-specific monoclonal antibodies for high-resolution analysis.
| Feature | Our CD2 Flow Cytometry | Standard Basic Immunophenotyping |
|---|---|---|
| Precision | High-resolution multi-parameter flow cytometry with CD2-specific monoclonal antibodies | Limited surface marker panel, often omitting CD2 lineage clarification |
| Methodology | Fluorescent flow cytometry with ISO-certified cold-chain logistics | Conventional flow cytometry without guaranteed cold-chain |
| Turnaround | Same day report (sample by 9 am) | 24–48 hours typical |
Physician Insight & Safety Protocols
"As a diagnostic specialist, I value the speed and precision of CD2 flow cytometry for guiding therapy decisions in T-cell and NK-cell malignancies. This test provides actionable data when integrated with full clinical assessment. Patients should always consult their treating physician before making any medication changes."
— Mr. Prabhakar Reddy Kalathoor, Specialist Diagnostic Radiology, DHA Registration ID: 61713011
Advisory: Medication Warning
Do not discontinue or alter prescribed medications, especially immunosuppressive or chemotherapy regimens, without explicit guidance from your oncologist or immunologist. Adjustments based solely on laboratory results without clinical correlation can be dangerous.
Exclusion Criteria & Emergency Red Flags
- Exclusion: Samples from patients with active severe sepsis or recent blood transfusion (<48 hours) may yield inaccurate CD2 expression profiles.
- Exclusion: Grossly hemolyzed or clotted specimens – recollection required.
- Red Flag: If sudden onset of high fever, bleeding, or confusion occurs prior to collection, seek immediate emergency care.
- Red Flag: Severe pancytopenia accompanying CD2+ malignancy may require urgent hospital admission – do not rely solely on outpatient testing.
Patient FAQ & Clinical Guidance
1. How is the CD2 flow cytometry performed, and is it painful?
A small peripheral blood sample is drawn by a certified phlebotomist (or bone marrow aspirate under local anesthesia in a hospital setting). The blood sample is analyzed using advanced fluorescent flow cytometry within hours. Most patients experience only brief discomfort similar to a standard blood draw.
2. What does an abnormal CD2 result mean for my health?
An abnormal CD2 count or expression pattern may indicate a T-cell or NK-cell malignancy such as leukemia or lymphoma. Definitive diagnosis requires correlation with a full immunophenotyping panel, clinical history, and imaging. Our hematologists provide interpretive guidance to avoid unnecessary alarm.
3. Can I book a home collection in Dubai or Abu Dhabi today?
Yes, for peripheral blood samples we offer VIP mobile phlebotomy and temperature-controlled cold-chain home collection across the UAE, daily from 8 AM to 11 PM. Bone marrow aspiration requires a hospital visit and cannot be performed at home. WhatsApp +971 54 548 8731 for immediate scheduling.
UAE Regulatory & Data Privacy Adherence
This facility operates in full compliance with Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on Personal Data Protection (PDPL) and Federal Law No. 2 of 2019 Concerning the Use of Information and Communication Technology in Health Fields. All patient data is encrypted, access-controlled, and handled with strict confidentiality in accordance with UAE healthcare regulations.
Clinical & Logistical Metadata
| Test Name | Immunophenotyping by Flow Cytometry (CD2) |
| Price (AED) | 450 |
| Turnaround Time | Same day (sample collected by 9:00 AM) |
| Sample Type / Matrix | Peripheral blood (primary); bone marrow aspirate (hospital-only) |
| Methodology Used | Multi-parameter flow cytometry with CD2-specific monoclonal antibodies |
| ICD-10-CM Code | C91.00 (Acute lymphoblastic leukemia), C84.40 (Peripheral T-cell lymphoma, unspecified) |
| LOINC Code | 11055-5 (Cells.CD2 positive cells/100 cells in Blood) |
| DHA Facility License & Laboratory Address | DHA Facility License No: 1143 | Premises 105, Floor 1, Building 33, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE | DNA Labs UAE |
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