Chromosome Analysis

Alias/Synonym: Cytogenetics Karyotyping G-Banded Analysis Chromosomes

CPT Code: 88237, 88262, 88280

Includes:

Specimen Type, Preferred:

Bone marrow aspirate

Peripheral blood

Fresh tissue

Specimen Type, Alternate:

Sample Quantity, Preferred:

2-3mL

Sample Quantity, Minimum:

≥ 1mL

Transport Container:

For Blood and bone marrow:

Green top (Sodium Heparin)

For fresh tissue:

RPMI Medium

Sterile saline

Transport Temperature:

Room temperature

Collection Instructions:

Specimen Stability:

Room temperature: 2 day(s)

Rejection Criteria:

Frozen

Incorrect container Clotted

Clinical Significance:

To identify abnormalities in G-banded chromosome analysis that are important for diagnosis and prognosis of hematological disorders

Limitations:

Turnaround Time:

7-10 day(s)

Reference Ranges:

N/A

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