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Test Code LAB4022 Chromosome Analysis of Hematologic Disorders

Notes:

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

Collection:

Specimen: Bone Marrow; Unstimulated Blood can be used if sufficient (=/> 10%) blasts are present.


Container: Green Top Tube with Sodium Heparin or Transport media. Contact Lab Client Services at 792-0707 to obtain transport media from Cytogenetics.

 

Volume: 3 mL; Minimum 2 mL

Storage Instructions:

Send specimen to Lab immediately.

Ship specimens at room temperature; if > 90° F, use refrigerated coolant.

Turnaround Time (TAT):

Results reported in 5 – 14 days

Test Availability:

Mon – Fri

Request Form:

Cancer/Cytogenetics Request Form

Send To:

Cytogenetics Lab – EH218 University Hospital Extension

Reference Interval:

Interpretive report will be provided