Karyotype (Non-Blood Specimens)

Testing Laboratory

Department

Refer to Testing Lab link

Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)

PBCH

Test Code (Numeric Code)

7156

Synonyms

Prenatal chromosome analysis,
CV,
CVS,
Prenatal,
Prenatal karyotype,
G-banded analysis,
Amniotic Fluid,
AF,
amniocentesis,
prenatal cytogenetics

Specimen Type

• Amniotic Fluid
• Biopsy
• Chorionic Villus (CVS)
• Fluid Other
• Tissue

Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred

• Specimen Container

Minimum Sample Volume (ml)

20

Laboratory instruction:
MUST BE SENT SAME DAY TO LabPlus, accompanying 4mL EDTA Maternal blood is ALWAYS required.

Store and transport at ROOM TEMPERATURE in a chilly bin to maintain stable temperature.
DO NOT place in fridge or freeze.

Send with a copy of the request form.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Prenatal diagnosis. amniotic fluid, chorionic villus, tissues or solid tumour.

Referral Laboratory URL for Tissue/Biopsy sample: https://northernlabstestguide.health.nz/test/chromosome-analysis-solid-tumours-tissue/

Contact Information