Chromosome Analysis by Karyotyping and FISH, Amniotic fluid

Prenatal Chromosome Analysis, Karyotyping and FISH (13,18,21, X &Y) from Amniotic fluid. Aneuploidy Screening For Chromosomes 13,18,21,X & Y

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Prenatal genetic screening is recommended in pregnant women of older age group; previous child with genetic condition; parents are known carriers of a specific genetic condition; abnormal ultrasound findings. This screening test identifies pregnant women with increased chance of having a baby with certain specific chromosomal defects like Trisomy 21, 13, 18 & Monosomy X.

This assay determines the chromosomal status of the fetus including Numerical and structural abnormalities. Mosaicism can be ruled out in samples drawn after 15 weeks of gestation.

Test Code: MGM1113

Technique: FISH (Fluorescence in Situ Hybridization), Culture, Karyotyping & Microscopy

Sample: Amniotic fluid: Collect 20-25ml of amniotic fluid in sterile conical centrifuge tubes

Temperature: 2-8°C

Reported on: 15th working day by 7:00 p.m.

Special Instructions for Sample Collection: Brief clinical history mandatory.

Duly filled Form G, Chromosome & FISH Analysis Requisition form & Consent form for Prenatal genetic testing is mandatory.

Hard copy of your latest pregnancy ultrasound report (CRL, NT/NB or Level 1), Maternal Screen details (LMP, DOB, Body Weight, Diabetic status & IVF) ready at the time of your test.

Chromosome Analysis by Karyotyping and FISH, Amniotic fluid

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