Chromosome analysis (karyotype), Leukaemic Blood

Diagnostic Use

Karyotyping

Department

Genetics - Cytogenetics

Delphic Registration Code

CTGN

Laboratory Handling

Phlebotomy

Please ensure a separate tube is taken for this test

Synonyms

Karyotype, leukaemic blood
Leukaemic blood chromosomes
Chromosome analysis
Cytogenetics

Turnaround Time

18 days

Test Code

3604

Specimen Type

• Whole Blood

Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred

• Lithium Heparin - Non-gel (Green Cap)

Preferred Sample Volume (ml)

10

No of Samples Required

2

Paediatric Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred

• Lithium Heparin - Non-gel (Green Cap)

Preferred Sample Volume (ml)

10

Additional Specimen Information

Whole blood is required for genetic testing; please do not centrifuge blood tubes. DO NOT REFRIGERATE OR FREEZE
Ideally send same day or by overnight courier
Paediatric specimen; At least 10mL heparinised (T34) - whole blood sterile, 20mL if low blast count

Aliquot Instructions

Sample Type

• Whole Blood

Minimum Volume (ml)

10

Transport to Lab

Ambient (8 - 24 degrees Celsius)

Additional Referral/Aliquot Information

DO NOT REFRIGERATE OR FREEZE

Analysis and interpretation of this assay requires knowledge of the biological sex of the patient being tested. Please assist us in delivering quality results by providing accurate biological sex information on all referrals for this testing.

Interpretation

Comment on report

Reference Intervals

Comment on report

Test Method

Culture, arrest in metaphase, microscopic analysis

Non-Funded Test Cost

$747.84 (Exclusive of GST)

Billing Code

3604

Turn around time; Urgent - 3-5 days, Non-urgent 18 days

Contact Information

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