Chromosome Analysis, Peripheral Blood, Newborn

Message
Sendout


Test Code
LAB5210458


Alias/See Also
Cytogenic Analysis - Newborn
Genetics Center


Preferred Specimen
3 mL whole blood from a dark green glass tube (sodium heparin)


Minimum Volume
1 mL


Instructions
All specimens sent to Genetics Center MUST include a diagnosis--call nurse to obtain. Do not send specimen without it.

LAB: Call Genetics Center for all specimen pickups. Keep sample at room temperature. Pick Up: Call Genetics Center for pickup at 714-288-3500.


Transport Temperature
Ambient


Specimen Stability
Ambient: 48 hours
Refrigerated: 48 hours
Frozen: Not acceptable


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Frozen specimen


FDA Status
Approved

Report Available
5-10 days


Reference Range
Included with report


Performing Laboratory
Genetics Center, Orange, California



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.