Chromosome Analysis |
Ordering information: | Please note that not all chromosome analyses are totally covered by the Medicare rebate, and the patient may be faced with out-of-pocket expenses. To establish the cost faced by a patient for a particular test, please contact the Billing Department at VCGS (8341-6392), and make sure the patient is aware of any out-of-pocket expense prior to collecting samples. |
Alternate names: | Chromosome studies, DNA Analysis, Karyotype, Microarray, SNP Microarray |
Laboratory: | Referred Test |
Test Code: | CHROM/CHROMP |
Specimen types: | Blood |
Container types: | Lithium heparin no gel |  |
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Collection Instructions: |
Chromosome Studies need:
Newborns/infants - greater than 1 mL heparinised blood (no gel)
Adults: 4-8 mL heparinised blood (no gel)
Fragile X studies need:
Newborn/infants : 1-2 ml EDTA
Children : 2-5 EDTA
Adults : 4-8 ml EDTA
Microarray/SNP studies need:
Newborn/infants : 1-2 mL EDTA
Adults: 4-8 mL EDTA |
Notes: | Please contact BHH laboratory before collection.
Specimen to be at BHH laboratory before 1200 hours on Friday as they cannot be stored or collected over the weekend. |
Frequency: | As required |
Result Turnaround Time: | 4-8 weeks |
Laboratory Use Only |
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