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Test Code YCHD Y-chromosome deletions

Important Note

Completion of General Consent Form is required for this test. Please submit the completed form along with the sample request form.

Laboratory Code

LAB3040098

Specimen Requirements

Specimen Type: Whole Blood
Container/Tube: Lavender Top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: 3.0 mL

Specimen Stability

7 days, ambient or refrigerated

Methodology

Polymerase Chain Reaction

Days and Times Performed

TAT 23 - 25 days

Reference Interval

An interpretative report will be provided.

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

Service Code

1035011

Update

Last updated 20/03/2025

Test Info

(a)  This test was developed by NUH Laboratory Medicine.

(b) This laboratory test has undergone in-house evaluation with appropriate quality assurance and control measures in line with laboratory best practice and accreditation requirements.