FISH Oncology
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Clinical Info |
The following panels can be performed on peripheral blood and bone marrow specimens: |
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Specimen Sources |
Abdominal Wall Alveoli Amniotic Sac Ankle, Left Ankle, Right Anus Appendix Arm, Left Arm, Right Ascend Colon Autopsy Axilla, Left Axilla, Right Back, Lower Back, Upper |
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Specimen Types |
Aspirate Blood Bone Marrow Cerebrospinal Fluid Lymph Node Other Tissue |
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Specimen Volume |
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Container |
Green Top Tube |
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Collection Instructions |
An indication must be provided with each specimen. The laboratory will not delay or reject testing if this information is not provided, but appropriate testing and interpretation may be compromised. |
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Transport Instructions |
Transport Temperature: Send to the laboratory ASAP at room temperature 20-25°C. If there is a delay in transportation, store the sample in a refrigerator at 4°C / DO NOT FREEZE |
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Specimen Stability |
48 hours room temperature |
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Methodology |
Fluorescence In Situ Hybridization (FISH) |
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Days Performed |
Monday through Saturday |
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Performing Laboratories |
Northwell Health Laboratories |
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CPT |
88271 - DNA probe, each |
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PDM |
5160520 |
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Results |
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Result InterpretationSee report. |
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