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SYNOVIAL FLUID CELL COUNT (SFCT)

Test Code
LAB211


Alias/See Also
SFCT


CPT Codes
89050

Preferred Specimen
5 mL synovial fluid


Instructions
Also submit small amount of fluid in lavender top tube


Transport Container
Sterile container


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Grossly clotted or extremely viscous specimen




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.