The karyotype analysis is performed according to the European Cytogenetic Society recommendations, which was confirmed by the certificates of external quality control CEQAS, received by the laboratory (link to the certificate).
Karyotype is recommended mainly in the following cases:
- suspected specific chromosomal syndrome based on clinical features,
- multiple developmental abnormalities,
- intellectual disability with dysmorphic features symptoms and/or developmental abnormalities,
- certain isolated developmental abnormalities (e.g. disturbance in sex determination),
- recurrent miscarriages,
- infertility
The cytogenetic tests are conducted on whole blood samples, drawn in heparin tubes (minimum 3 ml of blood). Tubes with blood should be sent to the Cytogenetic Laboratory of the Medical Genetics Department by express delivery, at room temperature up to 48 hours after material collection.
Material: peripheral blood
Waiting time: 3-4 weeks
Price: 100 EUR
Detailed information available at: +48 22 3277162 or +48 22 3277155
Documents:
Rules for collecting and storing material for testing: download PDF
Referral for examination and declaration of informed consent: download PDF
The test fee can be paid directly at the Institute’s cash desk or by transfer to a bank account ALIOR BANK 81 2490 0005 0000 4600 8807 9430.