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Test Name:	Karyotyping of Skin Biopsy
Requisition Form:	Download requisition form for: R_FINAL_Fillable_CytogeneticOtherThanCancer_Feb2024.pdf
Specimen Requirement:	1 x 2 mm Skin Biopsy
Specimen Handling Instructions:	Skin Biopsy: pinch or punch. Transport in sterile transport media. Ship at room temperature to: Clinical Genetics Laboratory, RM H2-19A Via -MUMC Core Lab, Hamilton Health Sciences - JHCC Site 711 Concession Street, Hamilton ON, L8V 1C3 Phone: (905) 521-2100 ext. 73707 Fax: (905) 521-5032
Turnaround Time:	1-6 months
Additional Information:	For any inquiries, please contact geneticsmailbox@hhsc.ca
Test was Last Updated:	2/27/2024
Testing Laboratory:	Clinical Genetics
Testing Site:	JHCC

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