A patient with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) is having lab work, and the doctor orders flow cytometry. What is flow cytometry used to detect most often in AIDS patients?

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CD4 T cells, or T helper cells, are targets for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), and the levels can be determined by flow cytometry. Low CD4 counts indicate a high risk of infection for HIV-positive patients.

A Patient with Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) Is Having Lab