Y Chromosome Microdeletion Mutation Molecular Detection

Synonyms

LAB14269
Y CHROMOSOME MICRODELETION ANALYSIS

Cerner Name

HLX Y Chromosome Microdeletion Analysis Case

Clinical Info

This test identifies Y microdeletions associated with male infertility to support diagnosis and determine genetic basis of laboratory findings. It may provide information about prognosis.

Specimen Sources

Blood, Arterial Blood, Capillary Blood, Central Line Blood, Venous

Specimen Types

Blood

Specimen Volume

Container

Lavender Top Tube

Collection Instructions

Container/Tube: Lavender-top (EDTA) tube(s)
Specimen Volume: 1-3 mL of peripheral blood
Note: Pertinent medical information including patient’s age, suspected diagnosis and a signed Patient Genetic Consent Form are required.

Transport Instructions

Room Temperature

Specimen Stability

1 Week Refrigerated

Methodology

PCR followed by Capillary electrophoresis

Days Performed

Monday through FridayTAT: 8 Calendar days

Performing Laboratories

Northwell Health Laboratories

CPT

81403

PDM

248471

Results

Component Name	Base Name	Common Name	External Name
Y CHROMOSOME MICRODELETION ANALYSIS	YCHROMMICDEL	Y CHROMOSOME MICRODELETION ANALYSIS	Y Chromosome Microdeletion Analysis

Result Interpretation

Reported as either P (positive) if it is deleted or N (negative) if it is not deleted.

Forms

Molecular Genetics test requisition and Consent

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