CD4 CD8 Ratio Test
The CD4 CD8 ratio test helps better understand the immune system and is helpful in developing a treatment plan for those with autoimmunity and other immune disorders.
The CD4 CD8 ratio test is also highly recommended in the book Why Do I Still Have Thyroid Symptoms? When My Lab Tests Are Normal by Dr. Datis Kharrazian.
For those with autoimmune issues, it is suggested to also run the Th1 Th2 test along with this CD4/CD8 ratio test.
What’s Being Tested:
- Absolute and Percentage CD4 Count (Helper T Cells)- CD4 cells act as the “gas” to the immune system.
- Absolute and Percentage CD8 Count (Suppressor T Cells)- CD8 cells act as the “break” to the immune system.
- CD4 CD8 Ratio
- CBC (Complete Blood Count) with Differential and Platelets
- This test cannot be collected in NJ, NY, MA, or RI.
Fasting: No
Specimen: Blood (Draw Location | How It Works | FAQs)
Turnaround Time: 3 Business Days
Notes:
- For those with autoimmune issues, It is also suggested to complete this test during times of flare-ups or when felling “bad”.