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LD, Synovial Fluid

Test Code
17658X


CPT Codes
83615

Preferred Specimen
1 mL synovial fluid collected in sterile transport tube


Patient Preparation
Overnight fasting is preferred

Minimum Volume
0.5 mL


Instructions
Freeze immediately after collection


Transport Temperature
Frozen


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 72 hours
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: 28 days


Methodology
Ultra Violet Kinetic

Setup Schedule
Night Sets up 4 days a week.


Clinical Significance
LD levels increased in rheumatoid and infectious arthritis and gout and normal in osteoarthritis.




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.