Karyotype – constitutional (tissue)

Test Name
Karyotype – constitutional (tissue)
Aliases
Cytogenetics, chromosomes
Provincial Mnemonic
LOINC Test Code
Description and Primary Use
Pregnancy loss
Reorder interval
Once only
TAT
4-6 weeks
Test Cost
Not Available
Tier
2 - Conditional/Restricted Access (See Ordering Requirements)
Ordering Requirements (Restrictions / Conditions)

Restricted to:

  1. Pathologists
  2. Maternal fetal medicine
  3. OB/GYN

 

Required Consultations
Genetic counselling
Algorithms and Guidelines

Not Applicable

Special Patient Preparation

None

Special Collection / Transport / Processing Requirements

Collect in RPMI/Hanks media or sterile saline, deliver specimen ASAP, refrigerated NOT frozen. Call lab (777-4793) to notifiy tissue is coming

Criteria for Rejection
Laboratory Service Area
Performing Laboratory / Site
Category 4 (HSC only)
Last Updated
27-May-19