UF Cytogenetics Laboratory |
The UF Cytogenetics Laboratory, now part of the Diagnostic Reference Laboratories(DRL) and located at Shands Rocky Point, has offered a wide range
of clinical chromosome testing for more than four decades, which currently includes prenatal, postnatal,
and cancer diagnostic studies.
In addition to conventional or classical chromosome studies (aka, karyotyping),
we also offer molecular diagnostic studies by fluorescence in situ hybridization
(FISH) methodologies.
Cell culture, processing, and shipping for outside laboratory testing (ie.
biochemical and/or DNA molecular studies) are also available.
For additional information regarding specific tests offered please follow
the links provided below or call us at (352) 265-9900.
• Important Testing Notices•
Current Notices
(04/07/2008)
Beginning 04/14/2008, the format for cytogenetic laboratory reports will begin a transition to a
PowerPath format. Reports may be directly available (online) to those with PowerPath access. Please note that a new accessioning number format for cytogenetic laboratory reports will be designated with an RCS prefix, followed by the year, and specimen number (eg. RCS-08-0215).
Notes: Although the new format of cytogenetic reports will reflect a number of stylistic changes, the overall content (i.e., use of ISCN 2005, interpretation notes, etc.) will not change. If you have any questions, regarding the reporting format change, please feel free to contact the laboratory at (352) 265-9900.
(04/04/2008)
Recommendations for cytogenetic tests selection for oncology samples is now available here in a PDF format. Click here.
Notes: If you have any questions, regarding this document or its content, please feel free to contact the laboratory at (352) 265-9900.
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