This is an online educational commentary in Immunology offering 1.0 continuing education (CME/CMLE) credit that can be used to fulfill CC Part II and CMP requirements. This educational commentary is provided through our affiliation with the American Proficiency Institute (API). Faculty/Authors Xiaodong Cheng, MD, PHD, MLS (ASCP)CMAssistant Professor, Clinical Laboratory ScienceSchool of Health Professions, Department of Laboratory Sciences and Primary CareTexas Tech University Health Science CenterLubbock, Texas Physician Competencies: Patient Care, Medical KnowledgeCME/CMLE Credit: 1.0 Estimated Completion Time: 1 hour Format: Online Educational Activity and Post Exam
Default Credit Type: None (You must meet the eligibility requirements in order to obtain CME credit.)
Instructions
To claim CME/CMLE credit for the exercise, do the following:
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Release Date: 1/1/2022 Review Date:Expiration Date: 12/31/2024
describe basic principles of flow cytometry;
describe clinical significance of CD3, CD45, CD4, CD8, CD16, and CD56; and
describe how to determine CD4:CD8 ratio in T-cell population and its clinical significance.