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Chromosome Fragility test

Alternative Names:Chromosome Instability
Chromosome Breakage Analysis
Laboratory:Human Molecular
Test Code:CHROMFRAG
Specimen Types:Blood
Container Types:
Lithium Heparin (without Gel)
Adults Volume or Mass:6 mL
Minimum/Paediatric Volume or Mass:2 mL
Collection & Request Instructions:

Samples must only be collected Mondays - Wednesday due to interstate testing.

 

Processing Instructions:Do Not Centrifuge
Store at 4'C
Transport Instructions between Sites and/or Laboratories:RoomTemp within Alfred/Esky from External sites

Room Temperature

Assay Frequency:Weekdays
External Laboratory:Royal Brisbane & Womens Hospital - Cytogenetics
External Transport Instructions:Send at 4'C with Ice Pack

This request must be approved by the haematology registrar prior to sending to the Cytogenetics lab at Royal Brisbane Women's Hospital (QLD).