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Synovial Fluid Crystal Search
MessagePerformed in the Hematology Laboratory x5475, 76.
Test can be performed if the sample contains clots.
Test can be performed if the sample contains clots.
Test Code
CRYST
Alias/See Also
Crystal Search
CPT Codes
89060
Preferred Specimen
Joint fluid
Minimum Volume
1 mL
Transport Container
Green Top (Sodium Heparin) is preferrable to prevent clotting.
Non gel red top collection tube or syringe (with no needle) are acceptable.
EDTA (purple top) is NOT ACCEPTABLE
Non gel red top collection tube or syringe (with no needle) are acceptable.
EDTA (purple top) is NOT ACCEPTABLE
Transport Temperature
Room Temperature
Specimen Stability
Perform within 4 hours of receipt when stored at room temperature.
Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Sample will be rejected if collected in a Purple Top (EDTA)
Methodology
polarizing microscopy
Setup Schedule
24/7.
Report Available
All positive results will be called to the ordering physician. All results will be called to the OR and ED.
Reference Range
Negative
Clinical Significance
Detection of gout or pseudo gout in joint fluids
