Chromosome Study, Blood (Slide Analysis)

Test Code

10099

CPT Codes
88262

Preferred Specimen

Unstained slides of fixed metaphase cells on glass slide

Instructions

Five G-banded slides prepared from Carnoy's fixed (3 parts methanol and 1 part glacial acetic acid) cell pellet of a cultured whole blood

Transport Container

Glass slide

Transport Temperature

Room temperature

Specimen Stability

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

Methodology
Karyotype • Microscopy

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 FDA. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.

Setup Schedule

Daily

Report Available

25 days

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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