Methodology
Fluorescence in situ Hybridization (FISH)
Synonyms
Philadelphia chromosome-like,ALL,Ph-like,Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
Specimen Type
Whole Blood or Bone Marrow
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
Daily
Standard TAT
5-7 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
5 mL whole blood or 3 mL bone marrow
Container Type
Dark Green (Sodium Heparin)
Collection Instructions
EDTA (lavender-top) also acceptable
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Ambient-Only
Test Volume Required
5 mL whole blood or 3 mL bone marrow
Minimum Test Volume
3 mL whole blood or 1 mL bone marrow
Comments
Insurance authorization is required prior to draw for Outpatients. Ok to send on Inpatients.
CPT Codes
88271(x2), 88275
Revised
6/10/26
Initials
IM