Karyotype (Tissue) Test | Austin Pathology

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Karyotype (Tissue)

Alternate Names	Karyotyping, Microarray, Chromosome analysis, Chromosome Studies
Test Code	KARSO
Testing Laboratory	Referred Laboratory
Specimen Type	Tissue
Container Type	Sterile Container
Medicare Rebate	Yes
Out of Pocket Costs	None
Ordering Information	If karyotyping or cytogenetics is required, tissue samples should not be put into formalin.
Collection Instructions	Specimens must be fresh (not fixed).
Transport Instructions	Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions	Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency	As Required
Min Test Volume	None
Add On Test Suitability	Add ons for this test cannot be performed.

Container ID	HIS, CFT, CFTS
Laboratory Instructions	To be registered by Anatomical Pathology and given to Heidelberg Sendaways Department for send out.
External Laboratory	Cytogenetic Lab, VCGS
Accredited Test	Yes

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