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86357 Nk cells total count

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: NK cell count, natural killer cell count

Total count of natural killer cells, measured via flow cytometry or immunophenotyping to assess immune system function and cytotoxic lymphocyte populations.

Clinical Context

Used to evaluate immune status in immunocompromised patients, monitor transplant recipients, and assess response to immunotherapy. Common indications include suspected immunodeficiency, human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) monitoring, and evaluation of cancer patients undergoing immunologic treatment.

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Specialties

PathologyImmunologyHematology

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