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Genetics, Fibroblast Biopsy
Test Code14594
CPT Codes
88233
Includes
If cells from the submitted specimen do not attach and proliferate in culture, the test may be changed to a: Tissue Culture Only or No Growth in Culture; or if results are not possible, the test order may be canceled and replaced by a Cytogenetics Communication.
Preferred Specimen
2x3 mm fresh tissue submitted in culture transport medium
Minimum Volume
2 x 3 mm
Other Acceptable Specimens
2x3 mm fresh biopsy specimen submitted in a sterile container with Hanks' or Ringers' solution, or culture medium with antibiotics
Instructions
Specimen viability decreases during transit. Send specimen to testing laboratory for viability determination. Do not freeze. Do not reject.
Transport Temperature
Tissue: Room temperature
Biopsy: Refrigerated (cold packs)
Biopsy: Refrigerated (cold packs)
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: See Instructions
Refrigerated: See Instructions
Frozen: See Instructions
Refrigerated: See Instructions
Frozen: See Instructions
Methodology
Tissue Culture
Setup Schedule
Set up: Daily; Report available: 5 weeks
Reference Range
See Laboratory Report
