The Cytogenetics section of the Diagnostic Genetics department, based in LabPlus, Auckland City Hospital, diagnoses a wide variety of chromosomal abnormalities, either by G-banded karyotype, microarray or fluorescent in situ hybridisation (FISH). Please click on the links below for more information.

To contact the Cytogenetics team:

Key Information Links:

Chromosome Analysis - Blood (Constitutional)

Chromosome Analysis - Bone Marrow

Chromosome Analysis - Solid Tumours

Fluorescent in situ hybridisation (FISH)

Prenatal samples:

Fanconi Anaemia

Fibroblast Culture

Microarray - Solid Tissue (Product of Conception)

Microarray & G band Chromosome analysis

Microarray (Molecular Karyotype) Analysis

For other genetic tests see:

Molecular Genetics

Molecular Haematology

Download: - Diagnostic Genetics Brochure.pdf

Sendaway Tests:

Please refer to our Diagnostic Genetics Sendaway Service Information Page.

Diagnostic Genetics Sendaway Service

Transport all bloods between 8 degrees C to 24 degrees C within 24-48 hours. If necessary specimens can be refrigerated overnight for transport at the temperatures stated above the following day.

For testing of other sample types please contact the laboratory prior to sending.