FISH for 3q26.2 Rearrangements Blood
Test Mnemonic
3Q26FB
CPT Codes
- 88271 - QTY (1)
- 88275 - QTY (1)
- 88291 - QTY (1)
- 88237 - QTY (1)
Aliases
- MECOM
Performing Laboratory
Cleveland Clinic Laboratories
Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 - 7 mL | Blood, peripheral | Sodium heparin (Green) | Ambient | Ambient |
Alternate Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 - 7 mL | Blood, peripheral | EDTA (Lavender) | Ambient | Ambient | Only accepted if sodium heparin cannot be obtained. |
Stability
| Environmental Condition | Description |
|---|---|
| Ambient | 48 Hours |
| Refrigerated | 48 Hours |
| Frozen | Not acceptable |
Days Performed
3 - 5 times per week
Turnaround Time
5 - 7 days
Methodology
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Fluorescent In-Situ Hybridization (FISH) |