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Albumin, Synovial Fluid

Message
This test is currently only available in BHS CPRS. If you are a Bedford provider and wish to see this test offered in Bedford CPRS- please contact the Bedford Laboratory.

Testing performed at Quest Diagnostics.


Test Code
ALBUMIN,SYNOV(O)


CPT Codes
82042

Preferred Specimen
3 mL synovial fluid collected in sterile transport tube


Minimum Volume
1 mL


Transport Temperature
Frozen


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 7 days
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: 28 days


Methodology
Nephelometry

Setup Schedule
Set up: Mon-Sat; Report available: 1-2 days


Reference Range
Synovial albumin approximates 55-70 % of serum albumin g/dL level.


Clinical Significance
Chemical analysis of synovial fluid offers supportive information to routine tests for inflammatory disorders.



Last Updated: September 6, 2014


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.