Chromosome Analysis, Lymph Node

Test Code
14602


CPT Codes
88237, 88264

Preferred Specimen
5 x 5 mm lymph node tissue collected in culture media


Other Acceptable Specimens
5x5 mm lymph node tissue in Hanks' Ringer's solution


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated (cold packs)


Specimen Stability
Specimen viability decreases during transit. Send specimen to testing lab for viability determination. Do not freeze. Do not reject.


Methodology
Karyotype • Microscopy • Tissue Culture

Setup Schedule
A.M.




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