Tissue, Cytogenetics Study


Cytogenetic Specimen Collection Media
for POC's. These containers may be
obtained from the Cytogenetics Laboratory
(984)974-1790 or Core Laboratory
(984)974-2361 upon request.

Test ID   LAB5505
EPIC Order Cytogenetics Postnatal (non-blood) order
CPT Code(s)   88233, 88262, 88291, 81229 (if performed)
Group/Individual Test   Individual
Laboratory   Cytogenetics
Tube Station   30
Specimen Routine:

Tissue: 3-10 mm of villi from abortus, skin biopsy, etc.
Products of Conception: 5-10 mm piece of chiorion with VISIBLE villi attached; See Comments for additional specimen information
Availability Routine: 24 Hours/7 Days
Turnaround Time         Routine: <42 days 
Comments
  • Please place a "Cytogenetics Postnatal (non-blood) order-LAB5505 and select desired testing.
  • Specimen collection media must be fully thawed before placing sample in the media tube.
  • If this is a product of conception (POC) sample, you will be prompted to place a Maternal Cell Contamination (MCC) order (LAB6039).
  • Deliver sample to the Core Laboratory within 24 hours. 
  • Call the Cytogenetics Laboratory at (984)974-1790 with questions.  If the laboratory is closed leave a message that includes your name and phone/pager#, the patient's name and the sample type.
  • Use sterile technique and close all containers tightly.  Label all containers with an EPIC/Beaker label or  patient name, MRN, and date collected.

Reviewed by J. Carr on January 14, 2026

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