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Karyotype (Blood)

Alternate Names
Chromosome Analysis, G-banded Karyotype, Karyotyping, Chromosome Studies
Test Code
KARYO
Testing Laboratory
Referred Laboratory
Specimen Type

Blood

Container Type

4 mL EDTA (Purple Top) - DEDICATED

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Lithium Heparin - No Gel (Green Top) - DEDICATED

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Medicare Rebate

Partial Rebate - please complete Patient Financial Consent Form.pdf

Out of Pocket Costs

Please note: This service is partially rebatable by Medicare and patients will be charged. Out of Pocket cost: $146.85

Fee above is an indication only; please contact testing laboratory for up-to date cost.

Ordering Information

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Collection Instructions

Please collect DEDICATED 1 x Lithium Heparin (no gel) tube and 1 x EDTA tube. 

Transport Instructions
Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions
Store ambient at room temperature
Testing Frequency
Every 2-3 months
Min Test Volume
5mL
Add On Test Suitability

Add ons for this test cannot be performed. 

Container ID
LHNG, EW
CSR Instructions

WHOLE BLOOD SPECIMEN - DO NOT CENTRIFUGE.

Instructions for: Heidelberg Specimen Reception 

  • Place sample in Room Temperature Sendout tub.  
Laboratory Instructions
None
External Laboratory
Cytogenetic Lab, VCGS
Accredited Test
Yes