Karyotype – prenatal

Test Name
Karyotype – prenatal
Aliases
Cytogenetics, chromosomes
Provincial Mnemonic
LOINC Test Code
Description and Primary Use
Prenatal Diagnosis
Reorder interval
Once only
TAT
14 days
Test Cost
Not Available
Tier
2 - Conditional/Restricted Access (See Ordering Requirements)
Ordering Requirements (Restrictions / Conditions)

Restricted to:

  1. Medical Geneticists associated with the Provincial Medical Genetics Program and
  2. Maternal fetal medicine
Required Consultations
Genetic counselling
Algorithms and Guidelines

Not Applicable

Special Patient Preparation

None

Special Collection / Transport / Processing Requirements

Minimum 20 mL direct amniotic fluid collected in sterile container- deliver to lab ASAP

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