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HelpCatalog ID CytoNeo CYTOGENETIC TESTING: Neoplastic Disorders
CPOE Test Name
Cytogenetics Tissue Request
Synonyms
Chromosome analysis, Karyotype, Fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH)
Specimen Requirements
Bone Marrow, Peripheral Blood, Lymph Nodes, and Solid Tumors
Storage and Transport
All specimen should be sent immediately after collection or stored in the refrigerator if collected after hours
Causes for Rejection
Incomplete requisition,unlabeled specimens,specimens collected in incorrect tubes, and specimens received beyond 72 hours of collection
Reference Range
See report
Test Consists
Analysis of structural and numerical abnormalities of Chromosomes (FISH, if requested and probe available)
Turn Around Time
21 days
CPT / HCPCS Code
88237, 88262,88285,88271, 88274,88239 (FISH CPT codes dependent on probe)
Laboratory
Murphey Building, BF-209 or 211, 706-721-3949
Performing Lab
Murphey Building, BF-209 or 211, 706-721-3949