Multiple Myeloma FISH Studies (Bone Marrow)

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Testing Laboratory

Auckland Te Toka Tumai | Auckland Hospital

Department

Diagnostic Genetics

Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)

DGEN

Test Code (Numeric Code)

4218

Laboratory Handling

Registration

Place the sample into the box labelled DGEN on the shelf next to the dumbwaiter.

Sample Stability

All samples must be collected using sterile technique and same day delivery (8-24 degrees C).

Associated Tests

Synonyms

Bone Marrow,
FISH,
Myeloma
MMY

Turnaround Time

18 days

Urgent cases: 5 days

Specimen Type

  • Bone Marrow

Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred
  • Please refer to Additional Information below
Acceptable
  • Lithium Heparin - Non-gel (Green Cap)
Preferred Sample Volume (ml)

2

Paediatric Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred
  • Please refer to Additional Information below
Acceptable
  • Lithium Heparin - Non-gel (Green Cap)
Preferred Sample Volume (ml)

2

Additional Specimen Information

Minimum of 2ml in preservative free heparin. Collection tubes are available on request from the Cytogenetics Laboratory. Mix well to avoid clotting.

For testing to be initiated, >10% plasma cells must be present in the sample.

Last updated: 29/08/2026