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Chromosome Analysis, tumor

Collection Requirements

Source: tumor
Container: sterile cup or tube with sterile transport medium
Volume: 0.5-1 cm3


Handle in a manner which preserves sterility

Special Instructions

  • Transport at room temperature; avoid fluctuating temperatures (hot or cold)
  • Send immediately; delays impact specimen integrity
  • Contact Genetics for collection materials
  • Use the Oncology Cytogenetics Requisition Neoplastic

Turn Around Time

21 days

Availability

Routine

Lab Processing Instructions

Room temperature

Performing Laboratory

Genetics

Adele Hall Lab Section

Cytogenetics

Instrumentation/Methodology

Short term monolayer cultures and suspension cultures with GTG banding

Additional Information

Identifies numerical and structural chromosomal aberrations with diagnostic and prognostic implications. Monitors disease progression and treatment related secondary malignancies.

Reference Ranges

See interpretive report

CPT

88234, 88280, 88239