Laboratory: Genomics
Test Name:
CHROMOSOME STUDIES IN BONE MARROW (HEMATOPOIETIC MALIGNANCIES) - (BM)
Test Code: GENO
Clinical Information:
Test is performed at: Health Sciences Centre Cytogenetics Lab
Overflow samples are sent to Genetic Associates, Inc.;  Nashville, TN
The requisition must include the provisional diagnosis.
Collection Devices:
Preferred Device:
1 - Na Heparin 4mL, NO GEL Tube(s) - Full Tube Collection


Na Heparin 4mL, NO GEL Tube(s) - Full Tube Collection
Manufacturer: Becton Dikinson & Company

Catalogue #: 367871
 - with special medium.  Cytogenetics supplies appropriate tubes for sample collection for adult and pediatric cases.  To order tubes, call lab at 787-2489.
Specimen Required:
Bone Marrow Aspirate: 2.0 mL

Pediatric Volume: 2 x 2.0 mL
Referral:
Requisition:
Reference Values:
A descriptive report will be sent.
Availability:
Weekdays and Saturdays (M-Th, Sat: 0800h - 1600h; Fridays 0800h - 1715h). Closed Sundays and Statutory Holidays. Sample will be processed the next working day.
See Also:
More Information:
Culture tubes should not be used past the expiry date. 
 
Once specimen is collected, the bone marrow sample should be kept at room temperature and transported promptly. 
 
St. Boniface samples sent through SBH Hematology.
 
For further information, please call 787-2489.