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Crystal Exam, Synovial Fluid
Test CodeCREX
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.
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