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HelpTest Code FUROC UroVysion for Detection of Bladder Cancer, Urine
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Torrance Memorial Laboratories Test Code: 114452570
Reporting Name
UroVysion (R) for Bladder CancerUseful For
Monitoring for tumor recurrence in patients with a history of urothelial carcinoma involving the bladder or upper urinary tract
Assessing patients with hematuria for urothelial carcinoma
Method Name
Fluorescence In Situ Hybridization (FISH) using DNA Probes
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Type
VariesNecessary Information
1. Specimen source is required on request form (ie, voided, catheterized, bladder washing).
2. Provide fixative, source, reason for referral (evaluate for urothelial carcinoma or hematuria) and status of diagnosis (known previous diagnosis or suspected/unknown).
Specimen Required
Specimen Type: Urine
Sources: Voided urine, catheterized urine, bladder washings, stoma collections, ureteral brushings or washings, renal pelvic brushings or washings
Supplies: FISH for Urothelial Carcinoma Urine Collection Kit (T509)
Container/Tube:
Preferred: FISH for Urothelial Carcinoma in Urocyte Urine Collection Kit
Acceptable: 70% ethanol, PreservCyt, CytoLyt, ThinPrep UroCyte (UroCyte PreservCyt Solution)
Specimen Volume: 30 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Follow instructions included with Urocyte Urine Collection Kit.
2. If kit is not used, submit a random urine specimen with an equal volume of 70% ethanol, PreservCyt, or CytoLyt.
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Varies | Refrigerated (preferred) | ||
| Ambient | |||
Reject Due To
| Unfixed specimens 48 hours after collection | Reject |
Special Instructions
Reference Values
An interpretive report will be provided.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
7 to 10 daysCPT Code Information
88120
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| FUROC | UroVysion (R) for Bladder Cancer | 82251-0 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 54674 | Result Summary | 50397-9 |
| 54675 | Result | 82251-0 |
| 54676 | Interpretation | 69047-9 |
| 54677 | Reason for Referral | 42349-1 |
| 54678 | Specimen | 31208-2 |
| 54679 | Source | 31208-2 |
| 54680 | Released By | 18771-6 |
Test Classification
This test has been modified from the manufacturer's instructions. Its performance characteristics were determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. This test has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.Forms
1. Pathology/Cytology Information (T707)
2. If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send an Oncology Test Request (T729) with the specimen.