• How long does it take for the results to appear?

Due to the specialized nature of genetic testing, results typically take between 3 to 5 working days.

• Can this test be performed at home?

No, because bone marrow collection is often required, the procedure must be done in a clinical or hospital setting under medical supervision.

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Medical notice: this information is for education and service understanding. It is not a diagnosis or a recommendation for an unnecessary procedure.

About this service

A specialized genetic laboratory test using FISH technology to detect deletions or gains in chromosomes 5, 7, 8, and 20, crucial for diagnosing and monitoring Myelodysplastic Syndromes.

Importance of the Test

Helps confirm the diagnosis of Myelodysplastic Syndromes (MDS).
Identifies genetic changes that impact disease progression.
Guides physicians in choosing the most appropriate chemotherapy or immunotherapy.

Indications for Testing

When there is unexplained anemia or thrombocytopenia.
Monitoring previously diagnosed patients to evaluate response.
Differentiating MDS from other similar hematological disorders.

What Does the Test Evaluate?

Searches for deletions in the long arm of chromosome 5 (5q-).
Evaluates the presence of deletions or loss of chromosome 7.
Detects gains in chromosome 8 or deletions in chromosome 20.

What is included?

✓Analysis of chromosomes 5, 7, 8, 20
✓Detailed genetic results report
✓Evaluation of prognostic markers

Conditions and notices

Fasting is not required
Bone marrow sample is preferred for higher accuracy
Provide clinical history and CBC results

Frequently Asked Questions

Short answers to the FAQs published with this service.

• What is the purpose of the MDS FISH panel?

The purpose is to detect specific chromosomal changes that help diagnose, classify the type of MDS, and determine the treatment plan.

• Is fasting required before the sample is taken?

No, this test does not require fasting and can be performed at any time of the day.

• How is the sample collected for this analysis?

It is usually collected via a bone marrow aspiration by a specialist, though in some cases, a peripheral blood sample may be used.

• What do positive results in this test mean?

Service resources and references

References and additional resources

Reference material and files associated with this service when available.

Scientific references

American Society of Hematology
WHO Classification of Tumours of Haematopoietic and Lymphoid Tissues

Precise MDS Diagnostic FISH Panel

About this service

Importance of the Test

Indications for Testing

What Does the Test Evaluate?

What is included?

Conditions and notices

Frequently Asked Questions

References and additional resources

Scientific references

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