Synonyms

Clinical Indications

Identifcation of chromosomal changes associated with haematological disorders

Request Form

Combined Pathology Blood form (Yellow/Black or Blue for GP's)

Availability

Analysed by referral laboratory if specific criteria met.

Specific Criteria

Requested by Consultant Haematologist or if agreed with Consultant Haematologist.

Turnaround Time

Specimen

Blood and/or bone marrow films. Marrow in culture medium with heparin.

Volume

Container

Lab. Handling

Send by taxi or first class post to University College Hospital. Do not send on Friday or Bank Holiday. 

Causes for Rejection

Unlabelled sample. Not meeting specific criteria for analysis.

Reference Range