SS18 (SYT) Oncology FISH
Also known as: FISH, Leukemia FISH, Lymphoma FISH
Use
Confirmation/identification of leukemia/lymphoma-related alterations; leukemia/lymphoma monitoring of residual disease, transplants, and indolent clones (see list or call lab for probe availability)
Special Instructions
There will be an additional charge for processing paraffin block samples or for samples that require culture. The test is specifically for the SYT gene rearrangement, and it is important to consider histology, IHC, and a pathological evaluation when interpreting FISH results.
Limitations
This test will not detect molecular mutations or chromosomal alterations that are not targeted by the probe included in this profile. It was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Labcorp and has not been cleared or approved by the FDA.
Methodology
Chromosomal / Cytogenetics (FISH)
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 93810-0
- 93810-0
Result Turnaround Time
5-7 days
Related Documents
For more information, please review the documents below
Specimen
Whole Blood
Volume
5 mL
Minimum Volume
1 mL
Container
Green-top (sodium heparin) tube; pediatric Vacutainer® is optimal
Collection Instructions
Utilize sterile technique and Labcorp transport kits when possible.
Storage Instructions
Maintain specimen at room temperature.
Causes for Rejection
Broken or dirty slides; excessive cellular debris or stained slides; decalcified bone cores; frozen specimen