Fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) to detect rearrangements of the RARA region of chromosome 17 using a dual color breakapart probe.
If adding to an exsisting Oncology Chromosome Test, then specimen may not be need please contact the Parkview Health Laboratories at 266-1500 (option 1)
Clinical history and reason for referral are required with test order. Prior therapy and transplant history should be provided with test order.
3.0 mL Bone Marrow in a Green Top Tube - Na Heparin
Ambient (transport)
Specimen viability decreases during transit. Send specimen to testing lab for viability determination. DO NOT FREEZE. DO NOT REJECT.
1.0 mL Bone Marrow
Refer to Interpretive Results
If results are not possible, the test order may be canceled and replaced by code 39650 - Cytogenetics Communication.
Fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) to detect rearrangements of the RARA region of chromosome 17 using a dual color breakapart probe.
5 to 6 days
00918050, 00918051
88271 x2, 88275