Body Fluid Albumin

Message

Synovial Fluid is not acceptable for this test. Order Quest test 17646 Albumin, Synovial Fluid




Test Code
BFALB


Alias/See Also
ALBBF


CPT Codes
82042

Preferred Specimen
Sterile container


Minimum Volume
1.0 mL


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 2.5 months at 20-25ºC

Refrigerated: 5 months at 4-8°C

Frozen: 4 months at ­20°C. Freeze only once.



Last Updated: August 26, 2026


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.