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Chromosome Analysis
MessageSpecimens should be received at NeoGenomics within 72 hours from collection to assure sample integrity and acceptable cell viability. Refrigerate specimen. Do not freeze. Use cold pack for transport, making sure cold pack is not in direct contact with specimen.
- Inpatient - Notify business department at NCMC 970-810-6400 that specimen is ready to be packaged.
- NeoGenomics requisition is required.
Test Code
CG ONCCHROMO NEO
Alias/See Also
Performed at NeoGenomics
Oncology Chromosome Analysis
Cytogenetics
Oncology Chromosome Analysis
Cytogenetics
CPT Codes
Varies
Preferred Specimen
- BM Aspirate: 1-2 mL sodium heparin tube.
- Peripheral Blood: 2-5 mL sodium heparin tube.
- Fresh/Unfixed Tissue - Lymph Node or Solid Tumor Tissue Biopsy: One thin cross-section of fresh node or one representative section of solid tumor with minimum 0.5 cm3 tissue. Collect under sterile conditions as if for microbiologic culture. Place tissue in RPMI and note type of tissue on test requisition. Lymph nodes may be sent to our Aliso Viejo, CA or Nashville, TN facility. Send solid tumor samples to the Nashville, TN facility. Please see our contact page for shipping address. Tissues placed in formalin are unacceptable for cytogenetics.
Other Acceptable Specimens
Instructions
- Pathologist will always be consulted before submitting tests.
- Neo Genomics requisition must accompany the specimen.
- Any questions please call the Laboratory at 970-810-6400.
- See link below for specimen details, methodology, setup schedule and reference ranges
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate
Specimen Stability
Refrigerate 72 hours
Performing Laboratory
NeoGenomics Laboratories
Additional Information
NeoGenomics - Chromosome Analysis
