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Tumor Cytogenetics
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Available Stat? | No |
| Test code | CYTUM |
| Performed by | Genzyme via UCSF Cytogenetics Laboratory |
| Sendout? | Yes |
| Collection Instructions | Collect specimen aseptically into transport medium or RPMI do not use formalinized or fixed tissue. For samples collected after 3 pm on Friday, on weekends or holidays contact the Cytogenetics laboratory staff at 415-353-4844 for assistance. A fully completed Genzyme requisition must accompany the sample together with a completed UCSF routine laboratory requisition. Note: Blue Cross Medi-Cal and Healthy Family Programs require preauthorization for all Cytogenetic studies. If the patient is covered by this insurance the authorization must accompany the sample and requisitions. |
| Container type | |
| Amount to Collect | See preferred volume |
| Sample type | Tissue, FNA |
| Preferred volume | 1 cubic mm |
| Min. Volume | 0.5 cubic mm |
| UCSF Rejection Criteria | Insufficient volume; unlabeled tubes; clotted samples; broken, leaking or contaminated tubes; frozen samples. |
| Processing notes | Transport sample as soon as possible to the Cytogenetics laboratory at China Basin. maintain sample at room temperature |
| Normal range | |
| Synonyms | Cytogenetic analysis; Karyotype; Karyotyping |
| Stability | Specimens retain cultivability for 72 hours. |
| Turn around times | 7-10 days. |
| Additional information | Blue Cross Medi-Cal and Healthy Family Programs require preauthorization for all Cytogenetic studies. |
| LOINC code | 48818-9 |
| Last Updated | 10/12/2012 3:43:53 PM |
| Entry Number | 987 |
If you have additional questions regarding this test, please call: 415-353-1667