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Chromosome, Hematologic Malignancy
Test CodeLAB8650
CPT Codes
88273, 88264
Includes
This test may be replaced by one of the following Bill Codes, if the complete test cannot be performed from the submitted specimen: 4473 - Tissue Culture for Hematologic Disorder; 416 - Cytogenetics Communication, if a communication is required.
Preferred Specimen
Green sodium heparin no-gel
Minimum Volume
1 mL
Instructions
Specimen Requirements: Bone marrow 1-3 mL or Whole blood 5-10 mL, must contain 10% less mature myelocytes, pros or blasts. Green vacutainer (sodium heparin only). Royal blue or tan top sodium heparin tubes are acceptable containers for this test. Infants: 2-3 mL, (pediatric 3mL vacutainer), must contain 10% myelocytes, pros or blasts. Royal blue or tan top sodium heparin tubes are acceptable containers for this test. Ship at room temperature. Do not freeze. Bone marrow transport medium is available upon request. Clinical history/reason for referral is required with test order. Previous bone marrow transplant or therapy information, if applicable, should be provided with test order. Specimen viability decreases during transit. Send specimen to testing laboratory for viability determination.
Transport Temperature
Room Temperature
Methodology
Culture, Karyotype, Microscopy
