Test ID: FCGHP
Array Comparative Genomic Hybridization (aCGH) Parental Testing, FISH
Method Description
Describes how the test is performed and provides a method-specific reference
FISH using locus-specific probes targeted to the region of copy number gain or loss identified by the patient’s aCGH testing. Ten metaphases and 200 interphase nuclei are analyzed to determine if the region is duplicated and 15 metaphases to determine if the region is deleted. (Unpublished Mayo method)
Day(s) and Time(s) Test Performed
Outlines the days and times the test is performed. This field reflects the day and time the sample must be in the testing laboratory to begin the testing process and includes any specimen preparation and processing time required before the test is performed. Some tests are listed as continuously performed, which means assays are performed several times during the day.
Samples processed Monday through Sunday. Results reported Monday through Friday 8am-5pm CST
Analytic Time
Defines the amount of time it takes the laboratory to setup and perform the test. This is defined in number of days. The shortest interval of time expressed is "same day/1 day," which means the results may be available the same day that the sample is received in the testing laboratory. One day means results are available 1 day after the sample is received in the laboratory.
9 days
Maximum Laboratory Time
Defines the maximum time from specimen receipt at Mayo Medical Laboratories until the release of the test result
10 days
Specimen Retention Time
Outlines the length of time after testing that a specimen is kept in the laboratory before it is discarded
Indefinitely
Performing Laboratory Location
The location of the laboratory that performs the test
Rochester


