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Test Code LAB4019 Cancer Microarray for Hematologic and Solid Tumors

Includes:

May include confirmatory FISH for abnormal results

Notes:

The Cytogenetics Request form must be complete and accurate. Clinical indication is required prior to specimen set-up.

Collection:

Specimen: Bone Marrow, peripheral blood or solid tumor sample

Container: Green Top Tube with Sodium Heparin AND Lavender top tube; fresh tumor sample in transport media supplied by Cytogenetics at 792-0707 or FFPE block.

Volume: 3 mL each tube; Minimum 1.5 mL blood or bone marrow

Storage Instructions:

Send specimen to Lab immediately after collection. Ship specimen at room temperature; if > 90° F, use refrigerated coolant.

Turnaround Time (TAT):

Results reported in 14 – 30 days

Test Availability:

Batched once a week.  DNA will be extracted on samples that are in the lab prior 10 pm on Monday and testing will be performed Monday – Wednesday with preliminary results available in the end of  the week.

Performing Laboratory Section:

Cytogenetics Lab (Genomics) – EH218 University Hospital Extension

Interpretive Data:

Interpretive report will be provided.