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Overview

Test order codeHelp: 100

Test name

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Rapid microarray (CGH and SNP)

Purpose of the test

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This is a clinical test intended for Help: Diagnosis

Condition

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How to order

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For specimen requirements and handling instructions please visit: https://www.allelediagnostics.com/ordering/sample-requirements/. Allele Diagnostics accepts samples Monday-Saturday excluding some holidays. Contact Allele Diagnostics regarding holiday schedules. Please include a complete copy of the appropriate Allele Diagnostics Requisition form: https://www.allelediagnostics.com/ordering/requisition/. Our secure on-line portal allows providers the option of both placing test orders and receiving reports securely on-line.
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Specimen source

Fresh tissue
Cord blood
Frozen tissue
Cell culture
Product of conception (POC)
Peripheral (whole) blood
Fibroblasts
Isolated DNA
Buccal swab
Skin

Methodology

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Molecular Genetics
DDeletion/duplication analysis
Microarray
HDetection of homozygosity
SNP Detection

Summary of what is tested

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Clinical utility

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Establish or confirm diagnosis

Citations
  • Array-based technology and recommendations for utilization in medical genetics practice for detection of chromosomal abnormalities. - PubMed ID: 20962661
  • Clinical utility of chromosomal microarray analysis. - PubMed ID: 23071206

Guidance for management

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  • Array-based technology and recommendations for utilization in medical genetics practice for detection of chromosomal abnormalities. - PubMed ID: 20962661
  • Clinical utility of chromosomal microarray analysis. - PubMed ID: 23071206

Clinical validity

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Not provided

Testing strategy

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After identification of a copy number gain or loss, FISH confirmation/visualization is attempted for majority of findings if specimen is adequate. 000 For specimen requirements and handling instructions please visit: https://www.allelediagnostics.com/ordering/sample-requirements/. Allele Diagnostics accepts samples Monday-Saturday excluding some holidays. Contact Allele Diagnostics regarding holiday schedules. Please include a complete copy of the appropriate Allele Diagnostics Requisition form: https://www.allelediagnostics.com/ordering/requisition/. Our secure on-line portal allows providers the option of both placing test orders and receiving reports securely on-line.

Test services

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  • Custom Deletion/Duplication Testing

Practice guidelines

  • NSGC, 2021
    National Society of Genetic Counselors Position Statement: Prenatal Cell-Free DNA Screening

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