Test Details
Mnemonic
FISH
Ordering Code
3470000
CPT-4 Code(s)
Variable depending on what testing was performed
Specimen Information
Collect
Green sodium heparin
Specimen Preparation
Send 5.0 mL whole blood room temperature. Completed Warde Medical Laboratory Cytogenetics Test Requisition Genetic Disorder required. Please state FISH probe required on requisition.
Alternate Specimen
Bone Marrow
Minimum Volume
3.0 mL
Transport Temperature
Room temperature
Rejection Criteria
Lithium heparin samples
Stability
Room temperature: 72 hours
Refrigerated: 72 hours
Frozen: Unacceptable
Refrigerated: 72 hours
Frozen: Unacceptable
Methodology
Cultures, staining and other techniques when required
Reference Range
Interpretive report
Performing Laboratory
Quest Ameripath
New York DOH Approval Status
Yes