FISH: DiGeorge Syndrome
| Test Information | |
|---|---|
| Test Name | FISH: DiGeorge Syndrome |
| Lab (Location) | The Hospital for Sick Children |
| Category | Chromosomal Anomalies |
| Subcategory | FISH: 22q11.21 Deletion Syndrome |
| Gene/Platform/Region List | 22q11.2- HIRA (22q11.2)/ARSA(22q13) |
| Test type | Cytogenetic |
| Samples Accepted | Blood, Fibroblasts |
| Indications Diagnosis | Diagnosis, Prenatal |
| Test Methodology | FISH |
| Methodology Notes | FISH on cultured cells |
| Diseases/Conditions | DiGeorge Syndrome (22q11.21 Deletion Syndrome (DiGeorge syndrome (DGS), velocardiofacial syndrome (VCFS), conotruncal anomaly face syndrome (CTAF), Opitz G/BBB syndrome, and Cayler cardiofacial syndrome (asymmetric crying facies), Sedlackova syndrome, Shprintzen Syndrome)) |
| Notes | Before requesting this test, please contact the lab for information regarding eligibility and availability of testing for your patient. |