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Chromosome Analysis, High Resolution (14595)

Methodology

Culture; Karyotype; Microscopy

Synonyms

Elongated Chromosomes Karyotype; High Resolution Chromosomes; Prometaphase Banding; Extended Banding; Karyotype

Specimen Type

Whole blood

Performing Lab

Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano

Epic ID

LAB01486

Lab Test Days

Daily

Standard TAT

10-12 Days

Collection Information

Specimen Required

3-10 mL Whole Blood (2-3 mL Whole Blood for infants)

Container Type

Sodium heparin (green-top)

Processing Information - Lab Use Only

Transport Temperature

Ambient-Only

Specimen Stability

Frozen: Unacceptable

Test Volume Required

10 mL Whole Blood (3 mL Whole Blood for infants)

Minimum Test Volume

3 mL Whole Blood (2 mL Whole Blood for infants)

Comments

Insurance authorization is required prior to draw for outpatients. Ok to send on inpatients.