Chromosome analysis / karyotype of blood, bone marrow, fibroblasts, and solid tumor specimens.

Message
Performed in the Cytogenetics Laboratory x5841.


Test Code
CHROMOSOME ANALYSIS


Alias/See Also
Karyotyping


CPT Codes
88233, 88235, 88237, 88230, 88239, 88262, 88264, 88269, 88280, 88235, 88291P

Preferred Specimen
See individual specimen source JDOS page for criteria.
For example: BLOOD, BONE MARROW, FIBROBLASTS, SOLID TUMOR.


Minimum Volume
See individual specimen source JDOS page for criteria.


Instructions
Call the Cytogenetics laboratory for any questions or help.


Transport Container
Refer to individual specimen requirements.
Any specimen received over 3 days after collection will be rejected.


Transport Temperature
Room temperature.


Clinical Significance
Indications may include constitutional studies for infertility, DiGeorge syndrome, or hematological studies for myeloproliferative disorder or leukemia.




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.