Laboratory: Genomics  (CYTOGENETICS)
Test Name:
FISH TESTING FOR MANTLE CELL LYMPHOMA (IgH/CCND1) - (BM)
Test Code: GENO
Clinical Information:
Test Indications: FISH testing can only be ordered by an Oncologist, Hematologist or Hematopathologist.
Testing is sent out to an accredited reference laboratory.
Collection Devices:
Specimen Required:

Specimen: Bone Marrow Aspirate
Volume: 2-4 mL 
Please note peripheral blood is the preferred specimen for this test.
Specimen Stability:
Ambient: Once specimen is collected, the bone marrow should be kept at room temperature and transported promptly to HSC, Central Services, MS551-820 Sherbrook St.
Referral:
Requisition:
Reference Values:
An interpretive report from the reference laboratory will be forwarded to the physician.
Method of Analysis: Fluorescent in situ hybridization
Availability:
Within 3 Weeks
Weekdays, Monday - Friday: 0800h to 1600h.
See Also:
More Information:
Specimen Handling:
Once specimen is collected, the bone marrow sample should be kept at room temperature and transported promptly.  For further information, please call 787-8961.