Test Code | KT0014 |
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Test Summary | Karyotyping - Provides holistic picture of the 23 pairs of chromosome allowing simultaneous examination of all chromosomes. |
Turn Around Time | 15 days |
Acceptable Sample Types | Amniotic Fluid , Fetal Blood |
NY Approved | No |
Accreditations | CAP , ISO 15189 (NABL) |
A karyotype test is a type of genetic testing. It looks at the size, shape, and number of chromosomes in a sample of cells from your body. Chromosomes are found in the cell nucleus, which is like the command center of a cell. Chromosomes contain your genes. Genes carry information, called DNA, that controls what you look like and how your body works.You inherit your chromosomes from your parents. Normally, all your cells (except for egg and sperm cells) have a set of the same 46 chromosomes. The chromosomes are grouped into 23 pairs. Each pair has two chromosomes, one coming from each parent. You may develop certain genetic disorders if your cells:
Karyotyping
Karyoytyping
A karyotype test looks for unusual changes in chromosomes. It may be used to:
SPECIAL SAMPLE INSTRUCTIONS |
Please contact a Revvity Omics Laboratory genetic counselor for information on prenatal test requests and acceptable sample types. |
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Select the correct test for your patient, and download and fill out the Clinical Genomics test requisition form.
Obtain a sample for testing from the patient using one of the provided Revvity Omics test packs.
Send samples and all required forms back to Revvity for processing using pre-paid shipping label.
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