Targeted Testing (FISH) in Haematology - Myeloid

Molecular cytogenetic test for specific chromosome regions in suspected myeloid conditions.

Test description

Fluorescence in-situ hybridisation (FISH) is a targeted molecular cytogenetic technique used for the investigation of precise chromosome regions, particularly relevant when a specific condition is suspected. The technique binds a colour labelled DNA probe to a specific region on the patient chromosomes. As this is a targeted test it is important when requesting a FISH test to indicate the clinical condition that is being tested for.

A broad range of FISH is available for the detection of non-random rearrangements, deletions and chromosome aneuploidy that are associated with a haematological malignancy. FISH is a targeted investigation and has the benefit of screening large numbers of cells to detect clonal abnormalities.

Test information

Test name

Targeted FISH in Haematology - Myeloid

Clinical indication

For diagnosis, classification, and prognosis in haem-oncology

Gene(s)

See list of individual targets above

Method

FISH

Turn around time

2 – 14 days

Medicare eligibility

73314 – Criteria applies

Price

Contact 1800 822 999 for pricing details if not eligible for Medicare rebate.

Test request form

Standard pathology request form.

Sample type

Bone marrow Aspirate

Collection type

Lithium heparin tube

Special instructions

Doctor Collect. No additional sample required. Test is performed with Chromosome analysis.