Laboratory Medicine Program

G-banding Karyotype

Clinical Decription:
G-banded karyotyping is a technique used to look for structural changes to chromosomes. It is used extensively to support the diagnosis of myeloid malignancies and less often in the context of lymphoid malignancies (see specific FISH testing for lymphoid disorders).

Method: Karyotyping

Component Tests Used: n/a

Reference Ranges Used:
Reference ranges for this test are not available online. However, they are included in all test results. For more information, please call us.

Specimen Type: Peripheral Blood/Bone Marrow
Volume: n/a

Shipping: room temperature or 4C

Special Instructions: This test will be billed to a hospital, referring laboratory, referring physician or medical group. See requisitions for the full list of available testing and special instructions.

Testing Schedule(s): Please call

Turnaround Time: None

For more information, call 416.340.5227 or 1.866.865.5227