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N-Myc (2p24), Cytogenetics FISH Study

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 2, 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: 48-72 hours
Comments

Deliver sample to the Core Laboratory within 24 hours. 

Call the Cytogenetics Lab 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