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History of the In July, 2002, the Waisman Center Cytogenetics and the Wisconsin State Laboratory of Hygiene (WSLH) Cytogenetics Laboratories merged to form UW Cytogenetic Services (UWCS). The UWCS laboratory is certified by CLIA (Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act), CAP (College of American Pathologists), and is COG (Childhood Oncology Group) approved. We provide chromosome analysis on a variety of specimens, including amniotic fluid, chorionic villus samples, tissue biopsies, products of conception, peripheral blood, bone marrow, lymph nodes, solid tumors, and pleural effusions. Cytogenetic studies are performed for prenatal diagnosis, to investigate infertility, to aid in identifying the cause of spontaneous abortions, to aid in determining the etiology of congenital anomalies, mental retardation, and learning disabilities, and to identify acquired chromosome abnormalities associated with neoplasia. Located on the campus of the University of Wisconsin in Madison, WI, UWCS is also affiliated with the University of Wisconsin Comprehensive Cancer Center.
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