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CHROMOSOMAL ANALYSIS:

Cancer Chromosomal Analysis

Indications for Testing

• Leukemia
• Other hematologic disorders

Testing Methodology

G-band chromosome analysis is performed on stimulated and unstimulated cells.

Specimen Requirements

Bone marrow - preferred specimen type: 0.5 – 3 cc collected in sodium heparin. Do not centrifuge or freeze. Store sample at room temperature. Sample should reach the laboratory within 48 hours of collection.

Blood: 3 – 5 cc collected in a sodium heparin (green top) vacutainer tube. Do not centrifuge or freeze. Store sample at room temperature. Sample should reach the laboratory within 48 hours of collection.

Turnaround Time

5 days

CPT Codes

88264, 88237, 88280, 88291

Forms and Transport & Shipping Informtaion

> Medical Genetics Test Requisition Form

> Medical Genetics Specimen Transport and Shipping Information