Karyotype, GTG-banding

Test Information

Title
Karyotype, GTG-banding
Lab
Category
Chromosomal Anomalies, Fertility Reproductive
Test Name (CMS Title)
Chromosomal Anomalies
Gene/Platform/Region List
All Chromosomes
Test type
Cytogenetic
Samples Accepted
Blood, Fibroblasts
Indications
Diagnosis
Test Methodology
Karyotype
Methodology Notes
3 day PHA-stimulated and thymidine synchronized culture; G-banding
Disease/Condition
Ambiguous genitalia, Amenorrhea, Azoospermia/Oligospermia, Klinefelter syndrome, Premature/early menopause, Premature ovarian insufficiency, Recurrent pregnancy loss (≥3), Short stature, Turner syndrome

Last Updated: November 14, 2025

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