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HelpTest Code LAB1019 Cell Count With Differential, Synovial Fluid
Methodology
Automated Cell Counter
Performing Laboratory
Alomere Health Hospital Laboratory
Specimen Requirements
Specimen must arrive within 48 hours of collection.
Synovial Fluid
1 mL of synovial fluid in a lavender-top (EDTA) tube. Send specimen refrigerated.
Note: 1. Specimen source is required on request form for processing.
2. Indicate synovial fluid on request form.
3. Label specimen appropriately (synovial fluid).
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerated
Reference Values
WBC Count: 0.000-0.200 10(3)/uL
%PMNs: 0.0 - 25.0%
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
89051 - cell count with differential