Test Code 0205435 Crystal Examination, Synovial Fluid
Methodology
Polarization Microscopy
Performing Laboratory
Alomere Health Hospital Laboratory
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Synovial fluid
Collection Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: 2 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerated
Reference Values
No crystals seen
If present, crystals are identified.
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Friday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
89060