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Amniotic Fluid Chromosome Studies

Specimen Requirements: Draw 20-30 cc amniotic fluid using sterile technique. Discard first 2 ml of aspirate to reduce risk of maternal cell contamination. Aseptically distribute specimen into two sterile non-toxic culture tubes: Label with: (1) patient's name; (2) gestational age: (3) doctor's name; (4) date and time drawn. Maintain specimen at room temperature (avoid extremes of heat or cold).

Turn Around Time: 8-14 days.


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University of South Alabama
 Birth Defects Genetics Center - Mobile, Alabama 36688-0002 / 251-460-7500
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Date last changed: April 16, 2003 2:41 PM
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