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Periprosthetic Joint Infection (PJI) Detection (Synovasure)

Test Code
SYNOVA


Alias/See Also
Alpha defensin
C-Reactive Protein
CRP
CRP-SF
Hemoglobin-SF


Preferred Specimen
Synovial fluid in red top tube


Minimum Volume
0.5 mL


Other Acceptable Specimens
None


Instructions
Specimen must be sent the same day as collection. ONLY COLLECT MONDAY - WEDNESDAY and do not collect before a holiday, due to limited stability. Anatomical source must be sent with specimen (e.g. left knee, right shoulder, etc.)


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated


Specimen Stability
Room Temperature: 72 hours
Refrigerated: 4 days
Frozen: Unacceptable


Performing Laboratory
ARUP Laboratories sendout (test is not actually performed at ARUP)

Additional Information
ARUP Laboratories PJI Detection Information

Last Updated: December 6, 2021


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