Test ID: 80027
B-Cell Lymphoma, FISH, Tissue
Specimen Type 
Describes the specimen type needed for testing
Specimen Required Defines the optimal specimen. This field describes the type of specimen required to perform the test and the preferred volume to complete testing. The volume allows automated processing, fastest throughput and, when indicated, repeat or reflex testing.
Provide a reason for referral with each specimen. The laboratory will not reject testing if this information is not provided, but appropriate testing and interpretation may be compromised or delayed.
Forms:
1. Cytogenetics Hematologic FISH Panel Patient Information Sheet (Supply T603) in Special Instructions
2. If not ordering electronically, submit a Cytogenetics Hematologic Disorders Request Form (Supply T607) with the specimen.
Advise Express Mail or equivalent if not on courier service.
Submit only 1 of the following specimens:
Specimen Type: Lymph node
Preferred: Tissue block
Collection Instructions: Formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded (FFPE) tumor tissue block. Include 1 hematoxylin and eosin (H and E)-stained slide.
Acceptable: Slides
Collection Instructions: For each probe set ordered, 2 unstained consecutive tissue sections cut at 5 microns and placed on positively charged microscope slides. Include 1 H and E-stained slide.
Specimen Type: Solid tumor
Preferred: Tissue block
Collection Instructions: FFPE-tumor tissue block. Include 1 H and E-stained slide.
Acceptable: Slides
Collection Instructions: For each probe set ordered, 2 unstained consecutive tissue sections cut at 5 microns and placed on positively charged microscope slides. Include 1 H and E-stained slide.
Reject Due To Identifies specimen types and conditions that may cause the specimen to be rejected
Note: No specimen should be rejected. If specimen not received at appropriate temperature, include note to laboratory. If questions, contact laboratory
Specimen Stability Information Provides a description of the temperatures required to transport a specimen to the laboratory. Alternate acceptable temperature(s) are also included.
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Mixed | Ambient (preferred) | |
| Refrigerated | ||
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