B or T lymphocytes may also be counted using immunofluorescence or by flow cytometry. No special preparation is necessary. The physical and psychological preparation you can provide for this or any test or procedure depends on your child's age, interests, previous experience, and level of trust. Afterward, there may be some throbbing . It is also used to monitor the response to therapy for these type of diseases.
Lymphocytes are white blood cells that are part of the immune system.
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