FOR BLOOD: 1-3 mL of whole peripheral blood in Dark Green Sodium Heparin tube
FOR AMNIOTIC FLUID: 0.5 - 1 mL of amniotic fluid in sterile tube (protect from light)
FOR FETAL TISSUE: 10 mg of tissue in sterile leak-proof container with sterile transport media
-The preferred choice for specimen collection is listed above, however, if that tube type/container is not available please call the lab for advice on alternative specimen collection choices. If the specimen is already collected in a different tube type, send the sample to the lab and we will make every effort to process and result the test.
Minimum Collection Volume
FOR BLOOD: 1-3 mL of whole peripheral blood in Dark Green Sodium Heparin tube
FOR AMNIOTIC FLUID: 0.5 - 1 mL of amniotic fluid in sterile tube (protect from light)
FOR FETAL TISSUE: 10 mg of tissue in sterile leak-proof container with sterile transport media
If a lesser volume of amniotic fluid is sent, the laboratory will attempt to perform the test requested. The laboratory cannot assure either a result and/or the ability to perform repeat testing and/or additional testing if the minimum volumes are not met.
Specimen Preparation
Label tubes with patient name and date of birth (DOB).
For twin pregnancies, label tubes with the mother's name and "TWIN A" on one fetal sample and "TWIN B" on the second fetal sample.
Storage/Transport Temperature
Protect from light. Store at room temperature.
Use overnight shipping (protect from temperature extremes, no ice) or call the lab for local courier service (contact laboratory prior to drawing specimen to ensure courier area coverage).
6 AM - 12 AM (Monday through Friday, with more limited hours on the weekend)
STAT results called to physicians on weekends.
Remarks
This test can be performed on most specimen types: amniotic fluid, chorionic villi, peripheral blood, tissue, etc. Please call the laboratory for more information about specimen types and shipping.
AMA - ABNORMAL ULTRASOUND - ABNORMAL MATERNAL SERUM AFP
CPT Codes
88271(x5), 88275(x2)
BILL:FISH Panel:Aneuploidy
88271(x5), 88275(x2), 88235
BILL:FISH Panel:Aneuploidy+Culture
88271(x5), 88275(x2), 88368
BILL:FISH Panel:Aneuploidy+PET
A culture charge (88235 for prenatal or 88230 for blood) will be added (if neccessary) to obtain cells for FISH analysis.
Please call 1-866-450-4198 for pricing or with any billing questions.
Collection
Collect
FOR BLOOD: 1-3 mL of whole peripheral blood in Dark Green Sodium Heparin tube
FOR AMNIOTIC FLUID: 0.5 - 1 mL of amniotic fluid in sterile tube (protect from light)
FOR FETAL TISSUE: 10 mg of tissue in sterile leak-proof container with sterile transport media
-The preferred choice for specimen collection is listed above, however, if that tube type/container is not available please call the lab for advice on alternative specimen collection choices. If the specimen is already collected in a different tube type, send the sample to the lab and we will make every effort to process and result the test.
Minimum Collection Volume
FOR BLOOD: 1-3 mL of whole peripheral blood in Dark Green Sodium Heparin tube
FOR AMNIOTIC FLUID: 0.5 - 1 mL of amniotic fluid in sterile tube (protect from light)
FOR FETAL TISSUE: 10 mg of tissue in sterile leak-proof container with sterile transport media
If a lesser volume of amniotic fluid is sent, the laboratory will attempt to perform the test requested. The laboratory cannot assure either a result and/or the ability to perform repeat testing and/or additional testing if the minimum volumes are not met.
Specimen Preparation
Label tubes with patient name and date of birth (DOB).
For twin pregnancies, label tubes with the mother's name and "TWIN A" on one fetal sample and "TWIN B" on the second fetal sample.
Storage/Transport Temperature
Protect from light. Store at room temperature.
Use overnight shipping (protect from temperature extremes, no ice) or call the lab for local courier service (contact laboratory prior to drawing specimen to ensure courier area coverage).
6 AM - 12 AM (Monday through Friday, with more limited hours on the weekend)
STAT results called to physicians on weekends.
Remarks
This test can be performed on most specimen types: amniotic fluid, chorionic villi, peripheral blood, tissue, etc. Please call the laboratory for more information about specimen types and shipping.
