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Supported by City of Hope's NCI-funded Cancer Center Support Grant (CCSG)

 Cytogenetics Core Laboratory

City of Hope’s Cytogenetics Core Laboratory, supported by the National Cancer Institute-funded Cancer Center Support Grant, provides classic and molecular cytogenetics [fluorescence in-situ hybridization (FISH)] services to Beckman Research Institute researchers, as well as non-City of Hope investigators.  FISH testing has proved invaluable as a diagnostic tool in many types of malignancies and is useful in determining both prognosis and course of treatment. The equipment in the Cytogenetics Core Laboratory is available to researchers on an appointment basis.  The laboratory also provides training and consultation services in molecular cytogenetic testing.

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Glioma karyogram (GTG-banding)


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Human Sky24-color karyotyping (SKY) of a malignant melanoma sample.  Arrows point to clonal aberrations involving chromosomes 6, 7 and 9.




Last updated:  04/15/2008
Equipment
The Cytogenetics Core Laboratory is equipped with high-quality fluorescent and light photomicroscopes, plus three computerized imaging systems that capture and print selected microscopic images.  Tissue culture facilities and equipment for probe labeling and hybridization (FISH) are also available.

Normal Mouse 20-color karyogram (SKY)

 Shared Resources

City of Hope and Beckman Research Institute have developed Shared Resources where a perceived need exists for specialized equipment, services, or expert consultation.  Shared Resources with specialized instrumentation, and the expertise to apply these resources to research, have become increasingly important in recent years.  Many of City of Hope's research support services are funded by the Cancer Center Support Grant (CCSG). 

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Location:
City of Hope and Beckman Research Institute
1500 East Duarte Road
Duarte, CA 91010-3000

Northwest Building
Room 2265

Phone: 626-256-HOPE (4673), Ext. 62025
Fax: 626-301-8877

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