Karyotype – Oncology – solid tumor (Adult)

Test Name
Karyotype – Oncology – solid tumor (Adult)
Aliases
Cytogenetics, chromosomes
Provincial Mnemonic
LOINC Test Code
Description and Primary Use
Diagnosis and prognosis of solid tumors
Reorder interval
varies
TAT
21 days
Test Cost
Not Available
Tier
2 - Conditional/Restricted Access (See Ordering Requirements)
Ordering Requirements (Restrictions / Conditions)

Restricted to:

  1. Pathologists

 

Required Consultations
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