BUCCAL SMEAR FOR BARR BODIES (SEX CHROMATIN)
Pre-test Information : No special preparation required |
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Report Delivery : Sample Daily by 6 pm; Report Next day |
BUCCAL SMEAR FOR BARR BODIES (SEX CHROMATIN)
| Test Code | B-20 |
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| Test Description | **BUCCAL SMEAR FOR BARR BODIES (SEX CHROMATIN) |
| Clinical Category | GENETIC DISORDERS |
| Sample | Rinse mouth with water. Prepare 4 slides of scrapings from the buccal mucosa, 2 from left and 2 from right cheek. Fix immediately in 95% ethanol for 30 min. Air dry and ship at room temperature. Provide clinical details on test request form |
| Method/Technology | Aceto-orcein stain |
| Storage/Temp | |
| Reporting Time | Daily |