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Albumin, Synovial Fluid
Test Code17646
CPT Codes
82042
Preferred Specimen
3 mL synovial fluid collected in a sterile transport tube
Minimum Volume
1 mL
Transport Container
Transport Temperature
Frozen
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 7 days
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: 28 days
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: 28 days
Methodology
Nephelometry
Setup Schedule
Set up: Mon-Sat; Report available: 2-3 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.
