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Microarray, Cytogenetics

Tube Type = Gold Top

Sample Type

Test ID LAB5505A
EPIC ORDER Cytogenetics Constitutional Analysis
CPT Code(s) 81229, 81230 (for cell culture), G0452
Group/Individual Test Individual 
Laboratory Cytogenetics
Tube Station 30
Specimen Routine:

Preferred: 3-5 mL blood in a green sodium heparin tube 

Acceptable: Buccal swab
Micro: Newborns: 1-2 mL blood in a sodium heparin (green top) tube 
Availability Routine: 24 hrs/7 days (collection)
Turnaround Time 4-8 weeks
Comments
  • Buccal swabs (OCD-100) can be obtained from the Cytogenetics Laboratory or through Outreach Services (offsite clients).
  • Call the Cytogenetics Lab at 984-974-1790 with questions.
 

Reviewed by J. Carr on January 14, 2026

UNC Hospitals
McLendon Clinical Laboratories
101 Manning Drive
Chapel Hill, NC 27514