| Laboratory: | Genomics (CYTOGENETICS) |
| Test Name: |
CHROMOSOME STUDIES IN AMNIOTIC FLUID (PRENATAL STUDIES) - (Amf)
Test Code:
GENO
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| Clinical Information: |
Test performed at: Health Sciences Centre Cytogenetics Laboratory
A consultation with the Clinical Geneticist on call (787-2071) is required to request additional testing. For more information on clinical criteria for ordering 22q11.2 FISH please see: 22q11.1 FISH criteria |
| Collection Devices: |
Preferred Device:
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| Specimen Required: |
20 mL amniotic fluid required for standard chromosome studies; 25-30 mL required if additional studies requested. |
| Referral: |
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| Requisition: | |
| Reference Values: |
A descriptive report will be sent.
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| 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.
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| More Information: |
Once specimen is collected, the amniotic fluid should be kept at room temperature and transported promptly. For further information, please call 787-2489.
St. Boniface Hospital (SBH) patient samples are registered with test code GENO and are sent through the Biochemistry Lab. |