Cytogenetics testing looks for changes in the chromosomes in cells, such as translocations (when part of a chromosome breaks off one chromosome and attaches to a second) and other abnormalities. Pathologists use these abnormalities to help classify the type of cancer. Before the pathologist can view the chromosomes under a microscope, the cells must be given time to grow in lab dishes. For this reason, cytogenetics testing may take two to three weeks to yield results.
Nondiscrimination Policy Update
Boston Medical Center Health System complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, national origin (including limited English proficiency and primary language), religion, culture, physical or mental disabilities, socioeconomic status, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity and/or expression. BMCHS provides free aids and services to people with disabilities and free language services to people whose primary language is not English.
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