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Test Code Billings Clinic: 9342 Cytogenetics, NeoGenomics

Performing Laboratory

NeoGenomics  Laboratory

Useful For

Detection of chromosomal gains and/or losses, as well as deletions, inversions, or translocations specific to hematopoietic disorders and malignancies.

Methodology

Cytogenetics

Specimen Requirements

  • Do not centrifuge
  • Send sample refrigerated. Use a refrigerated cold pack for transport.
  • Make sure cold pack is not in direct contact with the specimen.
  • DO NOT FREEZE

Submit 1 or both of the following specimens:

Bone Marrow

  • Send 2 - 3 mL of bone marrow aspirate in a sodium heparin (green top - no gel)

Whole Blood

  • Send 5 - 6 mL of peripheral blood in a sodium heparin (green top - no gel).

Reference Values

An interpretive report will be provided.

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday - Saturday, by 3 pm

Test Classification and CPT Coding

88264 - Chromosome analysis; analyze 20-25 cells

88280 - Chromosome analysis; additional karyotypes, each study

88291 - Cytogenetics and molecular cytogenetics, interpretation and report

LOINC Code Information

Reporting Name LOINC Code
Cytogenetics In process