UT Genetics Center
Genetic Testing Laboratories
Cytogenetic Diagnostic Laboratory
Cytogenetic Diagnostic Laboratory Requisition (.doc)
Hematology/Oncology Laboratory Requisition Form (.doc)
This laboratory performs chromosome analysis and molecular cytogenetic (FISH) based analysis on peripheral blood, bone marrow, amniotic fluid, chorionic villi, skin, solid tumors, paraffin sections and other specimen types. High resolution prometaphase, FISH studies and other advanced techniques also are available. A board certified cytogeneticist provides interpretation and recommendations for further studies.
Chromosomal analysis and molecular FISH studies are used in the evaluation of many potential genetic conditions, including the following.
- Individuals with a personal or family history of chromosomal aberrations, mental retardation, congenital anomalies or failure to thrive
- Individuals with ambiguous genitalia or disorders of sex differentiation
- Products of conception
- Diagnosis and prognosis for leukemia, other hematological malignancies and solid tumors
- Prenatal evaluation of pregnancies that qualify as advance maternal age
- History of multiple miscarriages
The capability to analyze specimens for cytogenetic abnormalities connected to many disorders changes rapidly. Contact the Genetic Center's cytogenetic laboratory for information regarding the most current capabilities of this laboratory.
Cytogenetic Diagnostic Laboratory Requisition(.doc)
Hematology/Oncology Laboratory Requisition Form (.doc)
Quick Links to Laboratory Requisition Forms
The University of Tennessee Graduate School of Medicine
Department of Medical Genetics/ UT Genetics Center
UT Graduate School of Medicine
Building A, Suite 435
1930 Alcoa Highway
Knoxville, Tennessee 37920
Phone: 865.305.9030
Toll free: 1.800.325.3894
Fax: 865.305.6675