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Test ID BLOD1714 Maternal Cell Contamination Evaluation 

Important Note

Note:  This test is for CORD BLOOD ONLY.  This test should only be ordered in conjunction with LBOR0208 Chromosome Microarray (CMA) Congenital or LBOR0239 Chromosome Microarray (CMA) with 5-Cell Chromosome Analysis Reflex, Congenital.  There is no additional charge when ordered with CMA testing.

AKA

MCC, Cord Blood

Specimen Type/Requirements

Lavender top (EDTA) tube, Whole Blood (Cord Blood Only)

 

Invert several times to mix blood.  Send whole blood specimens in original tubes.
Do not aliquot.
 

 

Test is not affected by hemolysis, lipemia or icterus.

Specimen Volume

 Preferred Volume     3 mL   
 Minimum Volume     1 mL

Stability/Transport

 Room Temperature     48 - 72 hours     Preferred for transport   
 Refrigerated     48 - 72 hours     
 Frozen     Not Acceptable     

Note:  Samples received after 24 hours may result in compromised specimen integrity.
All specimens will be evaluated at the Sanford Medical Genetics Laboratory for test suitability.
 

Performed Test Frequency

Monday - Friday

Report Available

5-7 days

Performing Lab

Sanford Medical Genetics Laboratory - Sioux Falls