FISH for IGH/MYC/CEP8 Blood
Test Mnemonic
814FSH
CPT Codes
- 88271 - QTY (2)
- 88275 - QTY (1)
- 88291 - QTY (1)
- 88237 - QTY (1)
Aliases
- FISH for t(8;14) translocation
Performing Laboratory
Cleveland Clinic Laboratories
Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 - 7 mL | Blood, peripheral | EDTA (Lavender) | Ambient | Ambient |
Alternate Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 - 7 mL | Blood, peripheral | Sodium heparin (Green) | Ambient | Ambient |
Stability
| Environmental Condition | Description |
|---|---|
| Ambient | 48 hours |
| Refrigerated | Acceptable |
| Frozen | Unacceptable |
Days Performed
5 days per week
Turnaround Time
3 - 5 days
Methodology
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Fluorescent In-Situ Hybridization (FISH) |
Clinical Info
The dual fusion probe was used in this interphase FISH assay to detect the presence of the IGH/MYC translocation.