Chromosome Analysis Leukaemic Blood | KK Women's and Children's Hospital

Specimen Container	Lithium Heparin Tube (To be obtained from Cytogenetics Laboratory)
Specimen Requirement	Only suitable for cases with high blast count. 3 - 5 mL blood. Sterile techniques must be observed. Invert gently several times to ensure proper mixing and prevent clotting.
Specimen Storage/Transport	Store specimen at room temperature. For after office hours store at 4-8^oC in lab reception refrigerator. Transport to laboratory as soon as possible.
Orderable as Urgent?	No
Turn Around Time	18 days
Reference Value(s)	-
Testing Laboratory Location	KKH
Laboratory	Cytogenetics
Contact Number	6394 1392
Day and Time Performed	When requested
Orderable on CPOE?	Yes
Downtime Form	Lab Cytogenetics
Additional Information	Only suitable for cases with a minimum of 10% early white blood cells present in the peripheral blood specimen.

Change History Notes

Last Updated - 28 May 2025