Diagnostic test
FISH FOR DEL 5Q (EGR1) - (Outlab)
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What does FISH FOR DEL 5Q (EGR1) - (Outlab) measure?
This fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) test looks for deletion of the 5q chromosome region involving the EGR1 gene. It may be used to evaluate genetic changes in blood or bone marrow cells when certain blood count abnormalities or bone marrow disorders are being investigated. Results can help healthcare professionals assess the presence of this specific chromosomal alteration and interpret it alongside other laboratory findings and clinical information.
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