Methodology
Fluorescence In Situ Hybridization (FISH)
Synonyms
Lissencephaly; Miller-Dieker Syndrome
Specimen Type
Whole blood
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano
Epic ID
LAB01504
Lab Test Days
Daily
Standard TAT
5-7 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
2-5 mL Whole Blood
Container Type
Sodium heparin (green-top)
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Ambient-OK
Test Volume Required
5 mL Whole Blood
Minimum Test Volume
2 mL Whole Blood
Comments
Insurance authorization is required prior to draw for outpatients. Ok to send on inpatients.
CPT Codes
88271, 88273
Revised
07-14-17
Initials
SL