Referred Tests
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Test ID: FIBR
Fibroblast Culture, Tissue
Useful For 
Suggests clinical disorders or settings where the test may be helpful
Obtaining cultured cells for specialized testing including enzymatic and molecular genetic
Additional Tests Lists tests that are always performed, at an additional charge, with the initial tests.
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| CRYOB | Cryopreserve for Biochem Studies | No | Yes |
Testing Algorithm Delineates situations when tests are added to the initial order. This includes reflex and additional tests.
This processing test is for culturing skin fibroblasts or other biopsies for biochemical or molecular genetic studies. No analysis or interpretation of results is performed.
When this test is ordered, cryopreservation will always be performed at an additional charge. However, for multiple assays on a patient utilizing the ordered fibroblast culture, only one culture is required regardless of the number of assays ordered.
Once confluent flasks are established, the cultures are sent to other laboratories, either within Mayo Clinic Laboratories or to external sites, based on the specific testing requested. To avoid delays, indicate testing to be performed and provide external lab paperwork for send out testing.
If viable cells are not obtained within 30 days, client will be notified.
Mycoplasma screening will be performed on all successfully grown fibroblast cultures. If Mycoplasma is detected, all pending fibroblast clinical testing will be cancelled, and the samples will be discarded.
Special Instructions Library of PDFs including pertinent information and forms related to the test
Method Name A short description of the method used to perform the test
FIBR: Cultivated from Biopsy as Monolayer
CRYOB: Fibroblast Subculture followed by Cryopreservation and Storage