MDS FISH Panel (LABCORP)

Test Code

1231100807

Alias/See Also

LAB44419799: MDS/Myeloid Panel, FISH | LABCORP EAP: 511060

Preferred Specimen

LABCORP LAB: GREEN TOP- NAHEP (Room Temperature) Min Vol: 5

Transport Temperature

Specimen Type: Container: Green-top (sodium heparin) tube; pediatric Vacutainer(R) is optimal OR lavender-top (EDTA) tube (suboptimal). Adjust tube size to sample volume to avoid heparin toxicity. Storage: Maintain the specimen at either room temperature or refrigerate. Do not freeze. Special Instructions: Include the pertinent clinical diagnosis and previous cytogenetic studies with the test request form. Specimen Collection: Transport to the testing laboratory at room temperature, use of a cool pack or a LabCorp transport kit is acceptable. Do NOT allow samples to overheat or freeze. Method: Fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH). Stability Room Temp: Not Available Refrigerated: Not Available Frozen: Not Available

Report Available

LABCORP LAB
STAT: 5760 min
Routine: 5760 min
Extended TAT: No TAT min
Timed: 5760 min
Life or Death: 5760 min

Last Updated: March 6, 2023

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