Advanced CD4 CD8 Ratio Test
The CD4 CD8 ratio profile helps assess the immune system in detail. This test is crucial for patients who are suspected of having a compromised immune system as seen in HIV and autoimmune conditions.
The CD4 CD8 ratio test is also recommended by Dr. Datis Kharrazian in his book Why Do I Still Have Thyroid Symptoms? When My Lab Tests Are Normal.
For those with autoimmune concerns, it is suggested to run the Th1 Th2 test along with this CD4/CD8 ratio test.
What’s Being Tested:
- Absolute Lymphocytes
- Absolute and Percentage CD3 Cells
- Absolute and Percentage CD4 Cells (T Helper Cells)
- Absolute and Percentage CD8 Cells (T Supressor Cells)
- CD4/CD8 Ratio
- Absolute and Percentage CD19 Cells
- Absolute and Percentage CD16 + CD56 Cells (Natural Killer Cells (NK Cells))
Fasting: No
Specimen: Blood, NeuroScience Lab Kit (Draw Location | How It Works | FAQs)
Note:
- This panel is for Canada customers only. Click here for USA.
- For those with autoimmune concerns, It is suggested to run this test during times of flare-ups or when felling “bad”.
- Also avaliable: Basic CD4 CD8 Ratio Test
Medical Review Board
Reviewed by Jeff Donohue M.D. from Body Logic and Brady Hurst DC, CCCN. Written by True Health Lab’s team of editorial health contributors.
Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and not intended as medical advice. Consult your healthcare provider for personalized guidance.
