CHROMOSOMAL MICROARRAY (CGH), CONGENITAL, BLOOD

Message
Special instructions and forms must be filled out.
Complete: Genetic Testing Informed Consent Form
 


Test Code
LAB123010


CPT Codes
81229 DEX Z-Code ZB001

Preferred Specimen
Whole blood in Sodium Heparin(Dark Green), EDTA (Lavender) 


Minimum Volume
2 mL


Instructions
Invert several times to mix blood well and send specimens to lab in original tubes. Required for testing:  2 mL minimum 


Transport Temperature
Ambient (preferred) or refrigeratated within 96 hours of collection


Specimen Stability
Ambient: must arrive within 96hours of draw   
Refrigerated: must arrive within 96 hours of draw 


Methodology
Chromosomal (CMA) Microarray using Affymetrix Cytoscan DX

Setup Schedule
Monday - Friday
Batched, 1-2 times per month


Performing Laboratory
West Virginia University Hospital, Inc.


Additional Information
Cytogenetic Informed Consent
ARUP Informed Consent


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.