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The National Genomic Test Directories specify which genomic tests are commissioned by the NHS in England, to be delivered by Genomic Laboratory Hubs.

Clinical Indication ID & Name

R463

Cytogenetic characterisation of a genomic abnormality – Karyotype or Targeted Chromosome Analysis

Test Group

Core

Test code

R463.1

Test name

Cytogenetic characterisation of a genomic abnormality – Karyotype or Targeted Chromosome Analysis

Target genes

Test scope

copy number variant detection to genomewide resolution and structural variants or TCA

Test method/ technology

Karyotype/TCA

Optimal Family Structure

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Eligibility Criteria

Testing Criteria
Proband with possible structural chromosomal rearrangement requiring karyotype or targeted chromosome analysis (TCA), such as Robertsonian translocation, reciprocal translocation, ring chromosome, or other microscopically visible structural rearrangement, either indicated by, or alongside, findings from aneuploidy testing, microarray, WGS or other laboratory techniques. [TCA/Karyotype as appropriate]

NB: Application of either karyotype or TCA will be directed by professional judgement, best practice recommendation, clinical context and/or the type of cytogenetic rearrangement(s) detected. Due to the nature of cytogenetic analysis, reportable cytogenetic incidental findings may be detected during TCA.
Where in Pathway
At presentation or as indicated by previous testing

Commissioning group

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Overlapping idications

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Address for samples/request forms

Contact with queries

Supporting documents

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Education resources

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Turn around times

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Request form download

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Consent record

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Sample requirements

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