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Laboratory: Genomics  (CYTOGENETICS)
Test Name:
FISH TESTING FOR CONSTITUTIONAL CHROMOSOME DISORDERS in Tissue - (TISSUE)
Test Code: GENO
Clinical Information:
Test Indications:  Test performed at: Health Sciences Centre FISH Laboratory
 
FISH testing can only be ordered by a Clinical Geneticist with the exception of
FISH for 22q11.2 deletion which can also be ordered by a Pediatric Cardiologist or a Pediatric Immunologist.
 
For more information on clinical criteria for ordering 22q11.1 FISH please see:
Collection Devices:
Specimen Required: Tissue:  approximately 1cm x 1cm
 
Tissue samples should be sent in sterile container with culture medium.
Stillborns with malformations or IUGR - heparinized blood is the sample of choice.  Alternatively, amnion, lung, kidney, gonad can be sent.
Referral:
Requisition:
Reference Values:
A descriptive report will be sent.
Availability:
Weekdays
0800h to 1600h. Closed weekends and statutory holidays.
See Also:
More Information:
Once specimens are collected, the tissue sample should be kept at room temperature and transported promptly. For further information, please call 787-2489.