| Specimen Container |
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| Specimen Requirement |
1) Amniotic Fluid (AF):
30-40ml. (For GA < 16 weeks, may subject to use cultured cells for extraction)
2) Skin biopsy (SB):
Specimen should be taken ASEPTICALLY under local anaesthesia, preferably not from groin area due to increased risk of fungal infection. Size: 3-4mm in diameter, including dermis. Shallow or conical biopsies that fail to reach dermis are not satisfactory. Place specimen in transport media.
3) Product of Conception (POC):
Sterile technique must be observed. Products of Conception (POC) specimens will be entirely processed. No residual tissue will be available for return or subsequent analysis. Please refer to https://www.kkh.com.sg/patient-care/areas-of-care/eLab-book/Pages/cytogenetics.aspx for photo reference guide.
Please call ext 6394 1392 to enquire. |
| Specimen Storage/Transport |
Store specimen at room temperature. For after office hours store at 4-8oC in lab reception refrigerator. |
| Orderable as Urgent? | No |
| Testing Laboratory Location |
KKH |
| Laboratory | Cytogenetics |
| Contact Number |
6394 1392 |
| Day and Time Performed |
When requested |
| Orderable on CPOE? |
No |
| Downtime Form | |
| Additional Information |
AF sample collected with tiny pellet will be cultured before extraction. DNA retention period of 8 weeks upon verification of gDNA yield DO NOT FREEZE SPECIMEN. DO NOT PUT SPECIMEN IN FORMALIN. |
Change History Notes
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07 Oct 2025 03:00 PM
Updated test Title, Specimen Container and Specimen Requirement.
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15 Sep 2025 01:36 PM
Update downtime form
Last Updated - 07 Oct 2025
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