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Rapid Aneuploidy Analysis
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General
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Clinical Use:
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The Aneuploidy Screen, using molecular methods (QF-PCR), is a rapid screening technique that supplements the traditional cytogenetic methods assessing amniotic fluid samples for chromosomal abnormalities during the first trimester of pregnancy.
This test is used for the rapid detection of the three most common autosomal trisomies: Patau's syndrome (Trisomy 13), Edward's Syndrome (Trisomy 18) and Down's Syndrome (Trisomy 21). Common X and Y Aneuploidies are also screened for, including Klinefelter's Syndrome (XXY) and Turner's Syndrome (XO). |
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Availability:
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Samples are tested routinely during the testing laboratory's hours of operation.
Molecular Genetics reports are issued in hardcopy to requesting doctor only. |
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Aliases/Synonyms:
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Code:
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GQFA |
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Handling Instructions (to laboratory):
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Send sample ambient. |
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Hyperlink:
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Reference Interval:
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Refer to report or laboratory
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Collection Requirements
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Container:
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Sterile Container (STERILE), and, EDTA (LAVENDER), |
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Sample Type:
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Amniotic Fluid; CVS |
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Minimum Collection Volume:
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20mL Amniotic Fluid/CVS; 4mL Blood |
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Collection Instructions:
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A maternal EDTA sample should also be collected.
Non-medicare rebateable item. Please contact testing laboratory for current pricing. |
Processing Requirements
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Alternate Containers:
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Processing Instructions:
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The testing department should be contacted to arrange collection of sample from CSRA.
Store sample chilled if there will be a delay in processing. |
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Minimum Assay Volume:
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20mL Amniotic Fluid/CVS; 4mL Blood |
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Stability:
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72 hours ambient |
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Transport Instructions (to testing laboratory):
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Send sample ambient. |
Testing Locations
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Performed at:
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Section
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Department
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Site
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Contact Phone
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| Cytogenetics |
Diagnostic Genomics |
QEII Medical Centre |
6383 4241 |
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Last Updated : 03-08-2023 13:47 |