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Crystal Exam, Synovial Fluid

Test Code
CREX


Alias/See Also
Synovial Fluid Crystal Exam


CPT Codes
89060

Preferred Specimen
1 mL of synovial fluid in a sterile container or sterile tube
that has NO additive. (Clotted specimen, or specimen
collected using calcium oxalate, lithium heparin, or powdered
EDTA is not acceptable.)

Note: Specimen source is required.


Transport Temperature
Ambient


Methodology
Microscopic Exam

Setup Schedule
Monday through Sunday


Reference Range

No crystals seen



Performed By
North Mississippi Medical Center Pathology Department

Performing Laboratory
NMMC Pathology Department



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.