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eD-H Order Code
LAB3181
Specimen Collection Information
| Specimen | Minimum Test Volume | Container | Special Handling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amniotic Fl | 20.0 ML | Cyto AmFld | Sterile Do Not Freeze |
| Biopsy | 1.0 ML | CytoTissue | Sterile Do Not Freeze |
| Blood | 7.0 ML | Grn Na Hep | Do Not Spin |
| Bone Marrow | 4.0 ML | Grn Na Hep | Do Not Spin |
| Cord Blood | 3.0 ML | Grn Na Hep | Do Not Spin |
| Fetal Tissue | 1.0 ML | CytoTissue | Sterile Do Not Freeze |
| POC | 1.0 ML | CytoTissue | Sterile Do Not Freeze |
| PUBS | 3.0 ML | Grn Na Hep | Do Not Spin |
| Tissue | 1.0 ML | CytoTissue | Sterile Do Not Freeze |
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ship in sodium heparin (dark green top) tube at room temperature.
Specimen Stability
Store at room temperature, do not spin. Protect from freezing. Please transport specimen as soon as possible (within 24 hrs).
Additional Specimen Instructions
Please provide 2-5mL of unclotted peripheral blood (venipuncture specimens). For infants (<2 years of age), 2-3mL of blood peripheral blood is sufficient. If FISH testing is also requested, specify the probe, disease type, or reason for genetic referral. No additional sample is required.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday; 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Performing Lab Section
Cytogenetics