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Crystals, Synovial Fluid

Message
Performing Lab: Lakeview, Regions


Test Code
3653


Alias/See Also
Sunquest: CRSYN; Gout crystals


CPT Codes
89060

Preferred Specimen
1.0 mL Synovial Fluid in EDTA (lavender-top) tube or Sodium Heparin (dark green-top) tube


Minimum Volume
0.2 mL


Other Acceptable Specimens
Labeled glass slide smeared with chalky material from Tophus or tissue nodule


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated


Specimen Stability
Refrigerated: 5 days


Methodology
Polarizing microscopy

Setup Schedule
Daily


Report Available
Same Day


Clinical Significance
Crystals may deposit in and around the joint causing symptoms of clinical arthritis. The identification of a specific crystal confirms the diagnosis of a crystal-induced joint disorder. Monosodium urate, calcium pyrophosphate, cholesterol, hydroxyl apatite and corticosteroid crystals may be found in synovial fluids




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.