Overview
EPIC Code:
- LAB2451
Soft Test Code:
- CS
Send Out Test Code:
- Soft Path - BCFI
Alternate Names
- Bladder Cancer
- FISH Bladder Cancer
- FISH Bladder Cancer (Urovysin)
- Urovision
Included Tests
Cytology Fluid Examination, Urine
Clinical Significance
This test is an aid for initial diagnosis of bladder carcinoma in patients with hematuria and subsequent monitoring for tumor recurrence in patients previously diagnosed with bladder cancer
Specimen Collection & Preparation
Specimen Requirements
60.0 mL Urine in a Yellow Capped Plastic Container
Transport And Storage
48 hours Refrigerated however the fresher, the better quality of the cells
Collection Instructions
Minimum Volume
33.0 mL Urine
Neonatal Volume
Clinical Interpretation
Reference Range:
Refer to Interpretive Pathology Report
Methodology:
- Fluorescence in situ Hybridization (FISH)
Clinical Significance
This test is an aid for initial diagnosis of bladder carcinoma in patients with hematuria and subsequent monitoring for tumor recurrence in patients previously diagnosed with bladder cancer
Documentation
Probes: +3 (Cen 3) | +7 (Cen 7) | p16 (9p21) | +17 (Cen 17)
Production Schedule
Sites Performed
- NeoGenomics
Days Performed
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Departments
- Cytology
Turn Around Time
72 to 84 hours
Coding & Compliance
CPT Coding
88121 Reflex 88120