MDS, Diagnostic FISH (MAYO)

Message

Methods: Fluorescence In Situ Hybridization (FISH) Day(s) Performed: Monday through Friday Report Available: 7 to 10 days NOTE: 1. A reason for testing should be submitted with each specimen. The laboratory will not reject testing if this information is not provided, but appropriate testing and interpretation may be compromised or delayed. If this information is not provided, an appropriate indication for testing may be entered by Mayo Clinic Laboratories. 2. A pathology and/or flow cytometry report may be requested, if not received, by the laboratory to optimize testing and aid in interpretation of results.

Test Code

1230121137

Alias/See Also

LAB2217: MDS, Diagnostic FISH | MAYO EAP: MDSDF

CPT Codes
88271x12, 88275x6, 88291x1

Preferred Specimen

MAYO LAB: LAVENDER TOP-EDTA (Room Temperature) Min Vol: 2

Instructions

Patient preparation: 1. For 12 hours before specimen collection do NOT take multivitamins or dietary supplements containing biotin, which is commonly found in hair, skin, and nail supplements and multivitamins. 2. Patient should be fasting for 12 hours.

Transport Temperature

Ship specimen refrigerated. Reject due to: Gross hemolysis, Gross Lipemia

Report Available

MAYO LAB
STAT: 4320 min
Routine: 4320 min
Extended TAT: No TAT min
Timed: 4320 min
Life or Death: 4320 min

Last Updated: March 6, 2023

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