Chromosome Analysis, Leukemic Blood
Test Mnemonic
CHRBLL
CPT Codes
- 88237 - QTY (1)
- 88264 - QTY (1)
LOINC ®
35129-6
Includes
- Chromosome Leuk Blood
Performing Laboratory
Cleveland Clinic Laboratories
Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 mL | Whole blood | Sodium heparin (Green) | Ambient | May also be transported refrigerated. Deliver to labs within 24 hours of collection. If aliquoting is necessary, sterile aliquot tubes must be used. |
Minimum Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 mL | Transport temperature: Ambient or refrigerated. If aliquoting is necessary, sterile aliquot tubes must be used. |
Stability
| Environmental Condition | Description |
|---|---|
| Ambient | 48 hours |
| Refrigerated | Acceptable for transport |
| Frozen | Unacceptable |
Days Performed
Sun - Sat
Turnaround Time
8 - 12 days
Methodology
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Culture | |
| Karyotyping | |
| Microscopy |
Reference Range
| Chromosome Leuk Blood | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sex | Age From | Age To | Type | Range | Range Unit |
| Females: 46,XX | Males: 46,XY |
Special Info
Contraindications: Less than 1000 early WBCs (myelocytes through blasts)/uL.
Clinical Info
Assist in diagnosis of neoplastic disorders.
Clinical Reference
Cytogenetics, ext 42489