CPT CODE: 88235, 88261, 88269, 88280, 88285
SYNONYMS:
Karyotype, Chromosome, Genetic study
TEST INCLUDES:
Banded chromosome karyotype
DEPARTMENT:
Cytogenetics
SPECIMEN REQUIREMENT:
20-30 mL of amniotic fluid; 20-100 mg of villi. Do not refrigerate an amniotic fluid sample but refrigerate the villi for overnight storage.
TESTING SCHEDULE:
Monday - Friday 08:30 - 16:30. Turnaround time: 1-3 weeks.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:
Must submit cytogenetics requisition form. Fluorescent In Situ Hybridization can be performed on this sample if requested.