Products of Conception

Investigation for recurrent pregnancy loss in products of conception.

Test description

Investigation by cytogenetic techniques to determine potential underlying reasons for recurrent pregnancy loss.

Test information

Test name

Chromosomes Products of Conception (POC)

Clinical indication

For the investigation of chromosomal causes for miscarriage and pregnancy loss

Gene(s)

All chromosomes

Method

Microarray

Turn around time

18 days

Medicare eligibility
Price

If not MBS eligible, please contact 1800 822 999 for pricing details

Test request form

Standard pathology request form

Sample type

Products of Conception, Fetal Tissue & Skin (Doctor Collect)

Collection type

Sterile container with Antibiotic Transport Media/ Saline

Special instructions

Sample must be kept sterile and moist. DO NOT USE FORMALIN. USE ANTIBIOTIC TRANSPORT MEDIA available from the Histology Department of your local laboratory. For overnight transport cover large specimens with ANTIBIOTIC TRANSPORT MEDIA OR STERILE NORMAL SALINE and sent to your local laboratory IMMEDIATELY. Please indicate if the specimen is to be shared with Histology.