DNA Storage
Temporary Retention of Residual Samples
- Following completion of testing, or when Test Request to Follow is indicated, DNA samples will be stored for a minimum of 5 years
- Any additional testing of the sample will require a written request from a health care provider including a signed statement that the patient has been consented appropriately for the testing.
- When testing is complete, the laboratory may anonymize and use some of the residual sample or genetic data to improve and develop new testing. Unexpected genetic findings unrelated to the testing indication will not be reported.
DNA Banking
- Long-term DNA banking, referred to as Bank Irreplaceable, is available upon request for ongoing complex diagnostic analyses, future investigations, or future testing of other family members where extended storage of genetic material for potential future use in clinical molecular diagnostic testing. Banked samples will be retained for a minimum of 25 years.
Cell Culture Storage
Temporary Retention of Fixed Cell Pellets
- Following testing, fixed cell pellet from blood specimens will be stored for 6 months. Any additional testing of the sample will require a written request from a health care provider including a signed statement that the patient has been consented appropriately for the testing.
- When testing is complete, the laboratory may anonymize and use some of the residual sample or genetic data to improve and develop new testing. Unexpected genetic findings unrelated to the testing indication will not be reported.
Fibroblast Cell Storage
- Fibroblasts requested for long term cell storage will be frozen and retained for a minimum of 25 years.