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The Kleberg Cytogenetics Laboratory offers chromosome analysis on leukemic blood and bone marrow specimens. Reasons for Referral:Chromosome analysis is indicated for individuals with particular leukemias and hematologic disorders. A chromosome analysis on bone marrow or leukemic blood may be helpful in defining the specific form of leukemia and/or may aid in providing prognostic information. In patients who have had a bone marrow transplant, chromosome analysis may be useful in monitoring engraftment. Testing Methodology:Depending on the indication, G-band chromosome analysis is performed on stimulated or unstimulated blood or bone marrow cells. Specimen Requirements:Bone Marrow Samples: Sample tubes must be labeled
as bone marrow or oncology blood Leukemic
Blood Samples: Sample tubes must be labeled
as bone marrow or oncology blood (White count > 15,000 with approximately
10% blasts) Shipping and Handling:All tubes must be labeled with the patient’s testname and date of birth, and a completed requisition form must accompany each sample. The requisition form must include the specific indication for testing. If the laboratory is billing the patient’s insurance, please enclose a copy of the insurance card. Specimens must be sent the same day as collected and arrive in the laboratory within 48 hours of venipuncture or bone marrow biopsy. Ship at room temperature. Do not heat or freeze. Please call the laboratory to notify them of the incoming sample. Turnaround Time:6 days CPT Codes and Prices:Bone Marrow: 88262, 88230, 88289, 88291, 88280 Forms:>> Cancer Cytogenetics Requisition Test Codes:
Bone Marrow:
8300 |