FISH for INSIGHT (Chromosomes should be performed simultaneously)
| Synonyms: | FISH FOR 13, 18, 21, AND X & Y |
| Computer Code: | (FISHA) |
| Specimen Collection: | 1-2 mL whole blood in sodium heparin (green top) tube. Amniotic fluid: Two 15 mL conical tubes. |
| Minimum Volume: | No min. Lab will attempt on any amount. |
| Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: | Refrigerate specimen. |
| Reference Values: | See reference laboratory report. |
| Lab Code: | Send Out |
| Requisition: | INPATIENT: INPATIENT CYTOGENETIC REQUISITION |
| Test Frequency: | NA |
| Routine TAT: | 1-2 days at reference lab |
| Stat TAT: | N/A |
| CPT Code(s): | 88271x5, 88275 |
| LCD or NCD: | |
| Methodology Used: |
See Addendum XVII |