Chromosome Analysis, Lymph Node

Test Code

14602

CPT Codes
88237, 88264

Preferred Specimen

5x5 mm lymph node tissue in culture media

Other Acceptable Specimens

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

Transport Container

Culture media

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

Daily

Report Available

7-8 days

Reference Range

See Laboratory Report

Performing Laboratory

Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute-San Juan Capistrano, CA

33608 Ortega Highway

San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675-2042

Last Updated: November 6, 2024

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