CHROMOSOME ANALYSIS, INSTABILITY SYNDROME

Synonyms: Fanconi Anemia; DEB; Chromosome Breakage
Computer Code: (CMISC)
Specimen Collection: Sodium heparin (green top) tube. Child 2-5 mL whole blood. Adult 5-10 mL whole blood.
Minimum Volume:
Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: Maintain whole blood, unspun, at room temperature.
Reference Values: See reference laboratory report.
Lab Code: Send Out
Requisition: INPATIENT: INPATIENT CYTOGENETIC REQUISITION OUTPATIENT: GENZYME FISH/ CYTOGENETICS REQUISITION - INCLUDE BILLING INFO
Test Frequency: NA
Routine TAT: 5-10 days at reference lab
Stat TAT: N/A
CPT Code(s): 88230, 88248, 88249
LCD or NCD:
Methodology Used:
See Addendum XVII