FISH FOR TRISOMY 8

Description

Fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) is a technique used to detect trisomy 8, a chromosomal abnormality where an individual has three copies of chromosome 8 instead of the usual two. It’s a valuable tool in diagnosing and monitoring certain blood disorders, like acute myeloid leukemia (AML) and myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS), where trisomy 8 can be a common occurrence.