Test Code YCHD Y-chromosome deletions
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Whole blood
Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: 3mL
Days and Times Performed
Once every 3 weeks, TAT 21 working days
Methodology
Polymerase Chain Reaction
Service Code
Update
Last updated 12/05/2021
Specimen Stability
7 days, ambient or refrigerated
Testing Laboratory
National University Hospital
Molecular Diagnosis Centre, 67724384
Useful For
For investigation of men with azoospermia, severe oligozoospermia or unexplained male factor infertility caused by micro-deletions on the Y chromosome
Reference
An interpretative report will be provided.