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Cytogenetics - Solid Tumour (Sendaway Test)

Alternative Names:

Chromosome Analysis - Solid Tumour
Karyotype Analysis - Solid Tumour
Histology-Cytogenetics Solid Tumour

Laboratory:

Anatomical Pathology

Test Code:

CGT

Specimen Types:

Tissue
Paraffin Section (unstained)

Container Types:

Formalin Pot
Fresh Tissue Pot

Collection & Request Instructions:

Conventional cytogentics analysis of solid tumours using cultured fresh tissue is no longer available through VCCS (26/6/13). Fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) testing on paraffin embedded tissue sections has obviated the need for conventional cytogenetic analysis.

Specimens can be sent fresh or in formalin.

Specimen triage will be performed in Anatomical Pathology by an APS pathologist.

Transport Instructions:

Room Temperature

Assay Frequency:

Weekly