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fish for 13, 18, 21, and x&y (must order all) must also order chromosomes if not previously done
Synonyms:  
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: CC REF 
Requisition: INPATIENT: INPATIENT CYTOGENETIC REQUISITION OUTPATIENT: GENZYME FISH/ CYTOGENETICS REQUISITION - INCLUDE BILLING INFO
Test Frequency: NA 
Routine TAT: 1-2 days at reference lab 
Stat TAT: NA 
CPT Code(s): 88271, 88275, 88291 
LCD or NCD:  
Methodology Used: R
See Addendum XVII

Albany Medical Center
43 New Scotland Avenue
Albany, NY, 12208 		Date: 06/19/2013
Time: 20:42:16 (24hr)