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Albumin, Synovial Fluid
Test Code17646X
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
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: 28 days
Methodology
Nephelometry
Setup Schedule
Set up: Mon-Sat; Report available: 1-2 days
Clinical Significance
Chemical analysis of synovial fluid offers supportive information to routine tests for inflammatory disorders.