Chromosome Analysis, Bone Marrow
Test Mnemonic
CHRBMH
CPT Codes
- 88237 - QTY (1)
- 88264 - QTY (1)
LOINC ®
33893-9
Includes
- Clinical Diagnosis, Chromosome Bone marrow
Performing Laboratory
Cleveland Clinic Laboratories
Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 - 3 mL | Bone marrow | Sodium heparin (Green) | Ambient | May also be transported refrigerated. If aliquoting is necessary, sterile aliquot tubes must be used. |
Alternate Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 cm long | Bone | Sterile container | Ambient | Ambient | Adding sterile container for bone core biopsy specimens. |
Minimum Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 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 |
Special Info
Placing equal amounts of bone marrow and RPMI may enhance growth.
Clinical Info
Assist in diagnosis of neoplastic disorders.
Clinical Reference
Cytogenetics, ext 42489