3 mL of whole peripheral blood in a Dark Green Sodium Heparin tube (Na Hep).
- The preferred choice for specimen collection is listed above, however, if that tube type/container is not available please call the lab for advice on alternative specimen collection choices (513-636-4474). If the specimen is already collected in a different tube type, send the sample to the lab and we will make every effort to process and result the test.
Specify what TYPE of FISH is required on the requisition. If the FISH probe test that you require is not listed on the test requisition, please hand-write the name of the test you want to order in the space provided.
Collection personnel MUST initial specimen container to confirm sample identity.
1 mL (adult) or 0.5 mL (infant) of whole peripheral blood in a Dark Green Sodium Heparin tube (Na Hep).
If a lesser volume of blood is sent, the laboratory will attempt to perform the test requested. The laboratory cannot assure either a result and/or the ability to perform repeat testing and/or additional testing if the minimum volumes are not met.
ACD (yellow top), Na Heparin (Dark Blue top) and Na Heparin (Tan top) tubes are acceptable.
Label tubes with patient name and date of birth (DOB).
Store at room temperature.
Use overnight shipping (protect from temperature extremes, no ice) or call the lab for local courier service (contact laboratory prior to drawing specimen to ensure courier area coverage).
Cytogenetics Laboratory (513) 636-4474 / FAX: (513) 636-4373
6 AM - 12 AM (Monday through Friday, with more limited hours on the weekend)
Lithium Heparin (which also comes in a green top tube) can cause culture failure.
Fluorescence In Situ Hybridization
If multiple single FISH or FISH Panel tests are ordered at the same time, only ONE culture charge is added for the entire group.
7 Days for routine analysis
2 Days for STAT analysis (specify on requisition if STAT - additional charge will apply)
88271, 88273, 88274
Add 88230 CPT for culture of FISH cells - added once per encounter, if necessary, to obtain cells for FISH analysis. This charge is dependent on what other testing is requested.
Please call 1-866-450-4198 for pricing or with any billing questions.
| Collection |
3 mL of whole peripheral blood in a Dark Green Sodium Heparin tube (Na Hep).
- The preferred choice for specimen collection is listed above, however, if that tube type/container is not available please call the lab for advice on alternative specimen collection choices (513-636-4474). If the specimen is already collected in a different tube type, send the sample to the lab and we will make every effort to process and result the test.
Specify what TYPE of FISH is required on the requisition. If the FISH probe test that you require is not listed on the test requisition, please hand-write the name of the test you want to order in the space provided.
Collection personnel MUST initial specimen container to confirm sample identity.
1 mL (adult) or 0.5 mL (infant) of whole peripheral blood in a Dark Green Sodium Heparin tube (Na Hep).
If a lesser volume of blood is sent, the laboratory will attempt to perform the test requested. The laboratory cannot assure either a result and/or the ability to perform repeat testing and/or additional testing if the minimum volumes are not met.
ACD (yellow top), Na Heparin (Dark Blue top) and Na Heparin (Tan top) tubes are acceptable.
Label tubes with patient name and date of birth (DOB).
Store at room temperature.
Use overnight shipping (protect from temperature extremes, no ice) or call the lab for local courier service (contact laboratory prior to drawing specimen to ensure courier area coverage).
Cytogenetics Laboratory (513) 636-4474 / FAX: (513) 636-4373
6 AM - 12 AM (Monday through Friday, with more limited hours on the weekend)
Lithium Heparin (which also comes in a green top tube) can cause culture failure.
| Ordering |
Fluorescence In Situ Hybridization
If multiple single FISH or FISH Panel tests are ordered at the same time, only ONE culture charge is added for the entire group.
7 Days for routine analysis
2 Days for STAT analysis (specify on requisition if STAT - additional charge will apply)
| Result Interpretation |
| Laboratory Personnel Use |
88271, 88273, 88274
Add 88230 CPT for culture of FISH cells - added once per encounter, if necessary, to obtain cells for FISH analysis. This charge is dependent on what other testing is requested.
Please call 1-866-450-4198 for pricing or with any billing questions.
