Cancer Chromosomal Analysis
Indications for Testing
- Leukemia
- Other hematologic disorders
Testing Methodology
G-band chromosome analysis is performed on stimulated and unstimulated cells.
Specimen Requirements
Bone marrow - preferred specimen type: 0.5 – 3 cc collected in sodium heparin. Do not centrifuge or freeze. Store sample at room temperature. Sample should reach the laboratory within 48 hours of collection.
Blood: 3 – 5 cc collected in a sodium heparin (green top) vacutainer tube. Do not centrifuge or freeze. Store sample at room temperature. Sample should reach the laboratory within 48 hours of collection.
Turnaround Time
5 days
CPT Codes
88264, 88237, 88280, 88291
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