National Path Lab

BUCCAL SMEAR FOR BARR BODIES (SEX CHROMATIN) (OS891)

Method

Aceto-orcein stain

Turnaround Time

SAMPLE DAILY BY 8:00 PM REPORT AFTER 7 DAYS

Sample Type

Rinse mouth with water. Prepare 4 slides of scrapings from the buccal mucosa, 2 from left and 2 from right cheek. Fix immediately in 95% ethanol for 30 min. Air dry and ship at room temperature. Provide clinical details on test request form.

How to Prepare

Provide clinical details on test request form.

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