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Chromosome Analysis, Solid Tumor
Ordering Recommendation
May identify additional, useful cytogenetic abnormalities in tissues that are not targeted by FISH assays.
For lymph node sample, order Chromosome Analysis, Lymph Node (2002300)
New York DOH Approval Status
Specimen Required
Thaw media prior to tissue inoculation. Collect a 10mm solid tumor tissue biopsy (minimum of 5mm) in a sterile, screw-top container filled with tissue culture transport medium.
DO NOT FREEZE. Do not place in formalin. Transport a 10 mm solid tumor tissue biopsy in a sterile, screw-top container filled with tissue culture transport medium (Min: 5 mm).
Room temperature.
Frozen specimens. Specimens preserved in formalin.
Clinical indication or reason for testing and specimen type required with test order. Sample will still be processed if this information is not initially provided but appropriate culturing and reporting may be compromised or delayed.
Indicate if patient has received a bone marrow transplant and specify sex of donor.
Ambient: 48 hours; Refrigerated: 48 hours; Frozen: Unacceptable
Methodology
Giemsa Band
Performed
Sun-Sat
Reported
14-28 days
Reference Interval
Refer to report
Interpretive Data
Refer to report.
Laboratory Developed Test (LDT)
Note
These studies involve culturing of living cells; therefore, turnaround times given represent average times, which are subject to multiple variables.
A processing fee will be charged if this procedure is canceled at the client's request after the test has been set up or if the specimen integrity is inadequate to allow culture growth.
Place solid tumor biopsy in a sterile, screw-top container filled with tissue culture transport medium (ARUP Supply #32788). Available online through eSupply using ARUP Connect(TM) or contact ARUP Client Services at 800-522-2787. If cytogenetics tissue media is not available, collect in plain RPMI, Hanks solution, saline, or ringers.
If specimen size is too large for a normal collection tube, a larger sterile container can be used such as a sterile urine cup and can be flooded with several tubes of cytogenetic tissue media.
This test must be ordered using Oncology test request form #43099 or through your ARUP interface.
Hotline History
Hotline History
CPT Codes
88239; 88264
Components
| Component Test Code* | Component Chart Name | LOINC |
|---|---|---|
| 0097778 | Chromosome Analysis, Solid Tumor | 62357-9 |
| 2002210 | EER Chromosome Analysis, Solid Tumor | 11526-1 |
Aliases
- Karyotype
