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Epic Code LAB1230112 Turner Syndrome by FISH

Test Name Alias

Turner Syndrome by FISH | 705

Interface Order Alias

1230112

Collection Instructions

Multiple specimen collection types. Submit only one:

 

Specimen Collection: Whole blood

Container(s): Green top (Sodium heparin)

Preferred volume to collect: 4.0 mL

Minimum volume to collect: 1.0 mL

Capillary collect ok: No

Microtainer acceptable: No

Collection Instructions:

  • Gently invert 8 times to mix anticoagulant with blood.

 

Specimen Collection: Skin biopsy

Container(s): Sterile transport tube with tissue culture media

Preferred volume to collect: 5.5 mm

Minimum volume to collect: 2.50 mm

Processing Instructions (Laboratory, Outpatient or Off-site collection)

Spin: No

Aliquot: No

 

Transport Temperature: Ambient

If ambient temperature exceeds 80°F or is below 40°F, please send in an insulated container. All samples should be directed to the laboratory as soon as possible.

Specimen Stability

Ambient: 3 days (beyond 3 days, specimen viability will be detemined by Cytogenetics Lab)

Laboratory Retention: primary specimens 4 weeks; frozen pellets retained greater than 1 year

Test Frequency

Test Set Up: Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Saturday 8:00 am – 3:00 pm.

Technologist on call for Sunday set up.

Final report: 1 – 2 days.

Reference Range

An interpretative report will be provided

Performing Department

Cytogenetics

Performing Department Laboratory Location

Corewell Health Advanced Technology Laboratory (ATL), Grand Rapids, MI

Methodology

Performed by fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH). This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Spectrum Health Cytogenetics Laboratory. It has not been cleared or approved by the US FDA. The FDA has determined that such clearance or approval is not necessary. This test is used for clinical purposes.

CPT

88275, 88271×2

CDM Code

3108827102, 3108827301

Epic Test ID

1230101511

Mayo Access Code

SHO1230112

Reviewed Date

4/28/2023