FISH, Locus-Specific Probe (x1)

Test Code

17355

Preferred Specimen

SODIUM HEPARIN Green Top
Tube will read "Sodium Heparin"

Minimum Volume

1 mL

Instructions

3-5 mL whole blood or 1-3 mL bone marrow collected in sodium heparin tube, 5 mL Amniotic fluid collected in sterile container, 5 mg CVS in culture media, 5X5 mm Fresh tissue in sterile container, formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded tissue.

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

Transport Temperature

Room temperature

Specimen Stability

See Instructions

Methodology
Fluorescence in situ Hybridization (FISH)

FDA Status
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The FDA has determined that such clearance or approval is not necessary. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.

Setup Schedule

Sets up 7 days a week.

Reference Range

See Laboratory Report

Clinical Significance

This FISH (fluorescence in situ hybridization) assay is performed using any single probe.

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.