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HelpTest Code LAB000 (MISC LAB) Chromosome Analysis (Karyotype), Cord Blood
Useful For
Identifying chromosome abnormalities
Performing Laboratory
Department of Medical Genetics-Shodair Children's Hospital
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Cord Blood
Container/Tube: Sodium Heparin (dark green top)
Specimen Volume: 3 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions:.
- Send specimen at ambient temperature in original container.
- Include a Shodair Genetics Laboratory Test Request Form below.
- Ship to Shodair testing laboratory ASAP, overnight.
Specimen Rejection:
1. Unlabeled specimens
2. Specimens collected in wrong container/tube
3. Specimens retained past viability
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient
Specimen Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Sodium Heparin Cord Blood | Ambient |
*24-48 hours |
*Ship to testing laboratory as soon as possible, 24 hours preferred.
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Friday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
88230
88262
88285