Methodology
Karyotype;Microscopy; Tissue Culture
Synonyms
Karyotype
Specimen Type
Tissue
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano
Epic ID
LAB4086
Lab Test Days
Daily
Standard TAT
14-15 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
2 x 3 mm Tissue
Container Type
Sterile Container
Collection Instructions
Tissue in a sterile container in Hanks, Ringers solution, culture medium with antibiotics or sterile saline.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-Only
Rejection Criteria
Formalin fixed
Processing Instructions
Indicate Histology Specimen Number and source of specimen in comments, on specimen and on batch sheet.
Comments
Insurance authorization required prior to draw for Outpatients. Ok to send on Inpatients.
CPT Codes
88233, 88262
Revised
11-18-19
Initials
SL