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Test Code SRYF Sex-Determining Region Y, Yp11.3 Deletion, FISH

Genetics Test Information

This test is appropriate to aid in detecting the presence or absence of the SRY gene in patients with either a 46,XX karyotype and phenotypically normal male external genitalia or a 46,XY karyotype and phenotypically normal female external genitalia. Testing must be ordered in conjunction with conventional chromosome studies (CHRCB / Chromosome Analysis, Congenital Disorders, Blood; or CHRAF / Chromosome Analysis, Amniotic Fluid).

Reflex Tests

Test ID Reporting Name Available Separately Always Performed
_I099 Interphases, 25-99 No, (Bill Only) No
_I300 Interphases, >=100 No, (Bill Only) No
_IL25 Interphases, <25 No, (Bill Only) No
_M30 Metaphases, >=10 No, (Bill Only) No
_ML10 Metaphases, 1-9 No, (Bill Only) No
_PADD Probe, +1 No, (Bill Only) No
_PB02 Probe, +2 No, (Bill Only) No
_PB03 Probe, +3 No, (Bill Only) No
_PB1 Probe Set, 1st No, (Bill Only) No

Specimen Type

Varies


Ordering Guidance


This test does not detect other chromosomal or structural anomalies and is intended to be ordered in conjunction with chromosome analysis.

 

For detection of unbalanced translocations, deletions, or duplications, chromosomal microarray may be the more appropriate test; order CMACB / Chromosomal Microarray, Congenital, Blood; or CMAP / Chromosomal Microarray, Prenatal, Amniotic Fluid/Chorionic Villus Sampling.



Additional Testing Requirements


Normal fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) results will not exclude the majority of cytogenetically detectable abnormalities. As FISH testing is not a substitute for complete cytogenetic analysis, additional cytogenetic testing should be performed in conjunction with this test; order CHRCB / Chromosome Analysis, Congenital Disorders, Blood.



Shipping Instructions


Advise Express Mail or equivalent if not on courier service.



Necessary Information


A reason for testing must be provided. The laboratory will not reject testing if this information is not provided however an applicable indication for testing may be entered by Mayo Clinic Laboratories. Appropriate testing and interpretation may be compromised or delayed.



Specimen Required


Submit only 1 of the following specimens:

 

Specimen Type: Amniotic fluid

Container/Tube: Amniotic fluid container

Specimen Volume: 20 to 25 mL

Collection Instructions:

1. Optimal timing for specimen collection is during 14 to 18 weeks of gestation, but specimens collected at other weeks of gestation are also accepted. Provide gestational age at the time of amniocentesis.

2. Discard the first 2 mL of amniotic fluid.

3. If ordering with CMAP / Chromosomal Microarray, Prenatal, Amniotic Fluid/Chorionic Villus Sampling, submit a minimum of 12 mL.

4. If ordering with CHRAF / Chromosome Analysis, Amniotic Fluid, submit a minimum of 12 mL.

5. If ordering with both CMAP and CHRAF, submit a minimum of 26 mL.

Additional Information:

1. Unavoidably, about 1% to 2% of mailed-in specimens are not viable.

2. Bloody specimens are undesirable.

3. If the specimen does not grow in culture, you will be notified within 7 days of receipt.

4. Specimen cannot be frozen.

 

Specimen Type: Autopsy

Supplies: Hank's Solution (T132)

Container/Tube: Sterile container with sterile Hank's balanced salt solution, Ringer's solution, or normal saline

Specimen Volume: 4 mm diameter

Collection Instructions:

1. Wash biopsy site with an antiseptic soap.

2. Thoroughly rinse area with sterile water.

3. Do not use alcohol or iodine preparations.

4. Biopsy specimens are best taken by punch biopsy to include full thickness of dermis.

 

Specimen Type: Whole blood

Container/Tube:

Preferred: Green top (sodium heparin)

Acceptable: Lavender top (EDTA) or yellow top (ACD)

Specimen Volume: 4 mL

Collection Instructions

1. Invert several times to mix blood.

2. Send whole blood specimen in original tube. Do not aliquot.

3. Other anticoagulants are not recommended and are harmful to the viability of the cells.

4. Cord blood is acceptable

Additional Information:

1. If the specimen does not grow in culture, you will be notified within 7 days of receipt.

2. Specimen cannot be frozen.

 

Specimen Type: Chorionic villus

Supplies: CVS Media (RPMI) and Small Dish (T095)

Container/Tube: 15-mL tube containing 15 mL of transport media

Specimen Volume: 20 to 25 mg

Collection Instructions:

1. Collect specimen by the transabdominal or transcervical method.

2. Transfer chorionic villi to a Petri dish containing transport medium.

3. Using a stereomicroscope and sterile forceps, assess the quality and quantity of the villi and remove any blood clots and maternal decidua.

 

Specimen Type: Fixed cell pellet

Container/Tube: Sterile container with a 3:1 fixative (methanol:glacial acetic acid)

Specimen Volume: Entire specimen

 

Specimen Type: Products of conception or stillbirth

Supplies: Hank's Solution (T132)

Container/Tube: Sterile container with sterile Hank's balanced salt solution, Ringer's solution, or normal saline

Specimen Volume: 1 cm(3) of placenta (including 20-mg of chorionic villi) and a 1-cm(3) biopsy specimen of muscle/fascia from the thigh

Collection Instructions: If a fetus cannot be specifically identified, collect villus material or tissue that appears to be of fetal origin.

Additional Information: Do not send entire fetus.

 

Specimen Type: Skin biopsy

Supplies: Hank's Solution (T132)

Container/Tube: Sterile container with sterile Hank's balanced salt solution, Ringer's solution, or normal saline

Specimen Volume: 4 mm diameter

Collection Instructions:

1. Wash biopsy site with an antiseptic soap.

2. Thoroughly rinse area with sterile water.

3. Do not use alcohol or iodine preparations.

4. A local anesthetic may be used.

5. Biopsy specimens are best taken by punch biopsy to include full thickness of dermis.


Specimen Minimum Volume

Amniotic fluid: 5 mL; Autopsy, skin biopsy: 4 mm; Whole blood: 2 mL; Chorionic villi: 5 mg; Fixed cell pellet: 1 pellet

Specimen Stability Information

Specimen Type Temperature Time Special Container
Varies Refrigerated (preferred)
  Ambient 

Reject Due To

All specimens will be evaluated at Mayo Clinic Laboratories for test suitability.

Reference Values

An interpretive report will be provided.

Day(s) Performed

Monday through Friday

Report Available

7 to 10 days

Specimen Retention Time

Amniotic fluid (remaining supernatant/whole fluid aliquots): Discarded 14 days after report. Blood: 4 weeks. Products of conception (identifiable fetal tissue): Cremated quarterly after results reported. All other specimens: Discarded when results reported.

Performing Laboratory

Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester

CPT Code Information

88271x2, 88291-DNA probe, each (first probe set), Interpretation and report

88271x2-DNA probe, each; each additional probe set (if appropriate)

88271x1-DNA probe, each; coverage for sets containing 3 probes (if appropriate)

88271x2-DNA probe, each; coverage for sets containing 4 probes (if appropriate)

88271x3-DNA probe, each; coverage for sets containing 5 probes (if appropriate)

88273 w/modifier 52-Chromosomal in situ hybridization, less than 10 cells (if appropriate)

88273-Chromosomal in situ hybridization, 10-30 cells (if appropriate)

88274 w/modifier 52-Interphase in situ hybridization, <25 cells, each probe set (if appropriate)

88274-Interphase in situ hybridization, 25 to 99 cells, each probe set (if appropriate)

88275-Interphase in situ hybridization, 100 to 300 cells, each probe set (if appropriate)