Methodology
Fluorescence in situ Hybridization (FISH)
Specimen Type
Whole Blood or Bone Marrow
Performing Lab
Quets Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano
Epic ID
Other Genetic Test
Lab Test Days
Daily
Standard TAT
5-7 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
3-5 mL Whole Blood or 1-3 mL Bone Marrow
Container Type
Dark Green (Sodium Heparin)
Collection Instructions
5x5 mm lymph node in transport media is also acceptable.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Ambient-Only
Specimen Stability
Frozen: Unacceptable
Test Volume Required
5 mL Whole Blood or 3 mL Bone Marrow
Minimum Test Volume
3 mL Whole Blood or 1 mL Bone Marrow
Processing Instructions
Indicate source in comments, on specimen and on batch sheet.
Comments
Insurnace authorization required prior to draw for outpatients. Ok to send on inpatients.
CPT Codes
88275. 88271 (x2)
Revised
02-20-17
Initials
SL