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Chromosome Analysis (Karyotype), Amniotic Fluid

Order Code
17243172
CPT
88235x3, 88267, 88291x2, 81479
Test Details
TAT

15 days

Methodology

Karyotyping

Performing Location

Accredited NRL Laboratory

Testing Frequency

Monday to Friday. 3 PM last drop off on all working days

Test Overview

Is a prenatal test that examines fetal chromosomes from amniotic fluid to detect genetic abnormalities such as Down syndrome (Trisomy 21), Turner syndrome, and structural rearrangements. It is performed via amniocentesis and uses cultured cells to produce a karyotype (chromosome map),

Specimen Type

Amniotic Fluid Chromosome Analysis (Karyotype)

Volume

15 - 20 ml

Specimen Container

Sterile 30 mL universal container provided by NRL

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Refrigerated 1 day
Order Code
17243172
CPT
88235x3, 88267, 88291x2, 81479
Test Details
TAT

15 days

Methodology

Karyotyping

Performing Location

Accredited NRL Laboratory

Testing Frequency

Monday to Friday. 3 PM last drop off on all working days

Test Overview

Is a prenatal test that examines fetal chromosomes from amniotic fluid to detect genetic abnormalities such as Down syndrome (Trisomy 21), Turner syndrome, and structural rearrangements. It is performed via amniocentesis and uses cultured cells to produce a karyotype (chromosome map),

Specimen Type

Amniotic Fluid Chromosome Analysis (Karyotype)

Volume

15 - 20 ml

Specimen Container

Sterile 30 mL universal container provided by NRL

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Refrigerated 1 day