Chromosome Analysis, Chorionic Villi
| Sunquest Code: | CVSCA | ||
| Epic Code: | LAB8104 | Epic Name: | Chromosome Analysis CVS |
| Synonyms: | Karyotype, CVS; Prenatal Chromosomes; NIPD Confirmation Study | ||
| Methodology: | Giemsa band | ||
| Turnaround Time: | Specimens are sent to the reference lab daily; results are reported in 7-14 days. | ||
| Special Instructions: | Submit the Patient History for Cytogenetic (Chromosome) Studies with the electronic packing list. See Associated Links. | ||
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Collection Instructions
| Specimen: | Chorionic villi |
| Optimal Volume: | 30 mg |
| Minimum\Peds Volume: | 10 mg |
| Container: | Tissue Culture Transport Medium ARUP 32788 |
| Collection Instructions: | Thaw media prior to collection. Transport chorionic villus (CVS) specimen in a sterile, screw-top container filled with tissue culture transport medium. (ARUP Supply #32788). Available online through eSupply using ARUP Connect™ or contact ARUP Client Services at (800) 522-2787. |
| Causes for Rejection: | Frozen specimens. Specimens preserved in formalin. |
Processing and Shipping
| Specimen Processing: | Do not process. Store at room temperature. |
| Shipping Instructions: | Ship at room temperature. |
| Stability: | 48 hours at room temperature or refrigerated. |
| Test Performed at or Referral Lab | Lab Sendouts (ARUP) |
| Referral Lab number: | 2002291 |
Interpretive
| Reference Range: | By report. |
| Use: | Prenatal chromosome analysis on chorionic villi when individual* is at increased risk for fetal aneuploidy based on maternal age, abnormal noninvasive prenatal testing (NIPT), abnormal multiple marker screening, or abnormal fetal ultrasound. *Desires diagnostic testing instead of screening. |
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