Chromosome Analysis, Bone Marrow

CHROM BM

Performing Lab:

Referral Laboratory

Container Type:

Green top (sodium heparin) tube OR Yellow (ACD) OR Lavender (EDTA)

Specimen Type:

Bone marrow

Preferred Volume:

2-3 mL

Alternate Specimens:

Core biopsy from dry tap can be sent in RPMI.

Minimum Volume:

2-3 mL

Collection Procedure:

1. It is preferable to send the first aspirate from the bone marrow collection.

2. Invert several times to mix bone marrow.

3. Send bone marrow in original tube. Do not aliquot.

Specimen Processing:

DO NOT SPIN

Store and Transport:

Room temperature (preferred)
Refrigerated (acceptable)

Unacceptable Condition:

All specimens will be evaluated at Mayo Clinic Laboratories for test suitability.

CPT Codes:

88237 - Chromosome Culture, Bone Marrow (EAP 31131185)
88264 - Chromosome Karyotype Bone Marrow (EAP 31131181)

Method:

Cell Culture without Mitogens followed by Chromosome Analysis

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