Blood:  At least 3 mL whole blood in EDTA (lavender top) is required.

Other:  Please call 513-636-4474 to get more information before sending any other type of specimen.

Collection personnel MUST initial specimen container to confirm sample identity.

Clinical information is required for all patient testing.

3 mL whole blood in lavender top (EDTA).

If a lesser volume of blood 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.

Testing can be performed on the PROBAND and two family members for one charge (TRIO).   Testing can also be performed on PROBAND only.  Additional family members can be added to testing at an additional charge.

PLEASE CONTACT:   Laboratory Genetics and Genomics Genetic Counselors at LabGeneticCounselors@cchmc.org if you are considering ordering this test for information on documentation needed to accompany sample.

Do not centrifuge (spin) tube

Store at room temperature  / Use overnight shipping (protect from temperature extremes, no ice)

Molecular Genetics (513) 636-4474 / FAX: (513) 636-4373

HOURS of OPERATION: 6 AM - 12 AM (Monday through Friday, with more limited hours on the weekend)

No name on specimen container

For testing the proband and 2 family members' samples - select the TRIO order

For testing only the proband - select PROBAND order

For an additional family member added to either TRIO or PROBAND order - select Add Family Member order

Whole Genome Sequencing

84 Days

FOR TRIO (Proband and 2 family members) :  

81415, 81416(x2)

FOR PROBAND ONLY : 

81415

FOR EACH ADDITIONAL FAMILY MEMBER  :

81416

Please call 1-866-450-4198 for pricing or with any billing question.