Chromosome Analysis, Peripheral Blood (Constitutional; non-hematological) : 1001114

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MDFCPCHRNL or 1001114

Karyotype; chroms; Karyogram

Peripheral Blood in a green top sodium heparin tube (2-10 mL). For children under 1 year of age, 1-2 mL blood will be sufficient.

Submit whole blood. Do not centrifuge.

Ambient temperature within 24 hours. Do not freeze.

Ambient: 48 hours; Refrigerated: Unacceptable; Frozen: Unacceptable

Sunday - Saturday

Up to 10 days

Laboratory test results should always be considered in the context of clinical observations. This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by med fusion. It has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration
(FDA). The FDA has determined that such clearance or approval is not necessary. This test is used for clinical purposes. It should not be regarded as investigational for research. This laboratory is certified under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments
of 1988 (CLIA) as qualified to perform high complexity clinical laboratory testing.

An interpretive report will be provided.

Chromosome abnormalities are associated with birth defects and congenital conditions. These abnormalities can be numerical or structural changes in chromosomes. There are several clinical situations which warrant chromosome analysis such as problems with early growth and development, still birth and neonatal death, fertility issues or identifying a chromosomal abnormality associated with a family history. Chromosome analysis by karyotyping can assist in making a diagnosis in a wide range of suspected congenital issues.