| Laboratory: | Genomics (CYTOGENETICS) |
| Test Name: |
CHROMOSOME STUDIES IN TISSUE - (Tissue)
Test Code:
GENO
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| Clinical Information: |
Test performed at: Health Sciences Centre Cytogenetics Laboratory
Cytogenetic testing of tissue must meet the guidelines as outlined in Investigation of Stillbirths. For more information see: For more information on clinical criteria for ordering 22q11.2 FISH please see: 22q11.2 FISH criteria |
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| 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. |
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| 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 tissue sample should be kept at room temperature and transported promptly. For further information, please call 787-2489.
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