MYC/IGH, Cytogenetics FISH Study t(8;14)

Sterile plastic (polystyrene) screw cap tube containing sterile medium.  These containers may be obtained from the Cytogenetcs laboratory (984)974-1790 upon request.

Test ID   LAB5504
EPIC order Cytogenetics Cancer (non-blood) order
CPT Code(s)   88271 x 3, 88275, 88291
Group/Individual Test   Individual
Laboratory   Cytogenetics
Tube Station   30
Specimen Routine: 1.5-2cc Bone marrow placed into bone marrow collection media; keep at room temperature; See Comments for additional specimen information
Availability Routine: 24 Hours/7 Days
Turnaround Time         Routine: <21 days 
    Preliminary result: 48-96 hours
Comments
  • Deliver sample to the Core Laboratory within 24 hours. 
  • Call the Cytogenetics Laboratory at (984)974-1790 with questions.
  • Use sterile technique and close all containers tightly.  Label all containers with patient name, hospital #, date collected, and physician's name. 

Reviewed by J. Carr on January 14, 2026

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