CPT CODE: 88271 and one of these: 88272, 88273, 88274, 88275
SYNONYMS:
Molecular cytogenetic study, probe, Fluorescent In Situ Hybridization, FISH
TEST INCLUDES:
In Situ hybridization of specific DNA probes to interphase cells or metaphase preparations.
DEPARTMENT:
Cytogenetics
SPECIMEN REQUIREMENT:
Blood, bone marrow, prenatal samples, fibroblast and tumor as submitted for cytogenetics studies. Minimum volume: same as submitted for cytogenetics studies.
TESTING SCHEDULE:
Monday - Friday 08:30 - 16:30. Turnaround time: 3 days - 3 weeks (Non-STAT samples are batched).
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:
Check with laboratory regarding availability of probes. Must be submitted with a cytogenetics requisition form.