Chromosome Analysis, Routine Blood

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Performed at SQL Genetics/Genomics Division. For questions: Please call the lab at 602-685-5700.
OCH Order in Quanum 88853

Test Code

CG RTCHROMO

Alias/See Also

SQL test code 88853
Karyotype Routine Analysis

CPT Codes
88230, 88262

Preferred Specimen

5 mL whole blood in a green-top (Na hep) tube using sterile technique. Give patient history, clinical information, and referring physician's name and phone/fax numbers. Specimens from newborns and children should be a minimum of 3 mL, although every effort will be made to analyze specimens as small as 1 mL. the anticoagulant. Invert tube gently several times to ensure mixing of Maintain specimens at room temperature (65-80 degrees F). Do not refrigerate or freeze.

Instructions

Completed Cytogenetics Requisition or Care360 ereq which must include: Clinical information, patient history, physician's name and contact numbers; and insurance/payment information. (The absence of relevant clinical information may compromise the report interpretation).

See link below for specimen details, methodology, setup schedule and reference ranges.

Transport Temperature

Room Temperature. Note: Include an ice pack in shipping, April through October.

Specimen Stability

Ambient: 7 Days
Refrigerated: 7 Days

Methodology
Karyotype Culture Microscopy

Setup Schedule

Days: Monday through Sunday

Report Available

Turnaround Time (est.): 7-14 days POC/Tissue: 14-28 days

Clinical Significance

Constitutional

Performing Laboratory
Sonora Quest Laboratories

Additional Information
Chromosome Analysis: Routine Blood

The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.