Chromosome Analysis, Blood

Specimen:

Test Code

CBL

Specimen Name

Chromosome Analysis, Blood

Collect

Sodium Heparin Whole Blood

Submit

5 mLs; Newborn - 3 mLs

Special Handling

Rejection Criteria

Stability

CRITICAL AMBIENT

Methodology

Performed

Performed Sunday through Saturday - Reported 7-14 days for Newborn 2-3 days

Reported

CPT Codes

  • 88230
  • 88262
  • 88280

Components

Additional Information

Receipt of specimen in lab within 24 to 48 hours. Specimens received outside of this time frame will be accepted but may have a higher fail rate. Collect ONLY Monday through Thursday.

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Common Lab Definitions

  • Serum 
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