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Chromosomes Analysis, bone marrow

Collection Requirements

Source: bone marrow
Container: Sodium heparin green
Volume: 3-4 mL in vacutainer

Special Instructions

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

Turn Around Time

11 days

Availability

Routine

Lab Processing Instructions

Specimen: bone marrow
Room temperature

Performing Laboratory

Genetics

Adele Hall Lab Section

Cytogenetics

Instrumentation/Methodology

Culture and processing depend upon diagnosis and cell count. The cells are processed by exposure to colcemid and hypotonic solution, then fixed. Slides are prepared and GTG banded. Chromosomes analysis and image captured are performed on a computerized imaging system.

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

88264, 88280, 88237