This chapter covers the role of the immunology laboratory in the diagnosis of immunological and allergic disorders, including testing for autoimmune diseases, allergic diseases, lymphocyte and neutrophil phenotype and function, and immunochemical analysis of serum proteins for the diagnosis of immune deficiency and myeloma. Information is provided on the tests, with ranges and explanation of the interpretation of abnormal results. Critical results requiring immediate action are highlighted.

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