FISH (Fluorescent in Situ Hybridization) Locus Specific
| Abbrev Code: | FISHCG | ||
| Order Code: | LAB4736 | Order Name: | FISH |
| Synonyms: | LAB1402; Prader-Willi/Angelman, Williams Syndrome, DiGeorge, Cri-du-chat; FISH Metaphase, Constitutional, Congenital | ||
| Methodology: | FISH Locus Specific | ||
| CPT Codes: | 88273 x1, 88271 x1, 88291 x1, 88230 x1 | ||
| Turnaround Time: | Results are reported within 7-21 days. | ||
| Special Instructions: | Consultation must occur with Cytogenetics Lab (612-273-3171) prior to order. Charges will vary with type of probe required, as determined by Cytogenetics Lab. Each probe ordered will accrue a probe and analysis charge.
Test request form requires:
A signed informed consent in the patient's medical record is required. The consent should not be sent to the laboratory. A link to the Genetic Testing Consent Form is provided as a convenience for the providers and genetic counselors. See Associated Links. |
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Collection Instructions
| Specimen: | Whole blood |
| Optimal Volume: | 5 mL in green (sodium heparin, no gel) |
| Minimum\Peds Volume: | 3 mL in green (sodium heparin, no gel) |
| Container: | Green (sodium heparin, no gel) |
| Causes for Rejection: | Clotted or frozen specimen. Incorrect specimen collection tube (anticoagulant). |
Processing and Shipping
| Specimen Processing: | Store at room temperature. Do not refrigerate or freeze. Do not process.
Specimens must be received in the Cytogenetics Laboratory Mon-Fri by 5:30 pm. Weekends and holidays by 4:30 pm. Specimens received after these cutoffs will be processed the following day. |
| Shipping Instructions: | Ship at room temperature. |
| Stability: |
For optimal testing results the specimen must arrive within 24 hours
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| Test Performed at or Referral Lab | Cytogenetics (UMMC East Bank) |
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