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HelpTest Code ALLFSH Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia FISH Panel
Specimen Required
Peripheral Blood or Bone Marrow
Specimen Volume
5 mL
Minimum Specimen Volume
2 mL
Special Handling Instructions
Send to Cytogenetics Laboratory with copy of ordering requisition and copy of surgical pathology report (if available).
Transport Temperature
Ambient
Specimen Stability
Stable at ambient temperature
Reasons for Rejection
Incorrect tube, insufficient quantity
Methodology
Fluorescent in-situ hybridization (FISH)
Turnaround Time
Preliminary results available in 2-3 days, final report within 10-14 days
CPT Codes
88237
88271
88275
Reference Ranges
Laboratory to provide interpretive report.
Collection Container
Blood - Green (Sodium Heparin)
Bone Marrow - Syringe with Heparin
Other Acceptable Specimen Types
Bone Marrow Aspirate