Crystal,Synovial Fluid

Message
Unsuitable samples: frozen samples, samples with large clots, and any sample over 48 hours old.


Test Code
SYCRY


Preferred Specimen
0.01 mL 1.0 mL of FLuid in Na Heparin, or Lav top (EDTA) 2nd


Instructions
"1.0 mL of specimen should be placed in a NaHep tube (preferred) or Lav top, or prepared slides submitted.
Testing Frequency: 24/7"


Transport Container
BFL Lavender Body Fluid


Transport Temperature
ASAP


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Stability: 24 hours


Methodology
Light-microscopy Polarization

Clinical Significance
"Expected Value(s):
None seen"




The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.