Cell Ct+Cryst+Mucin(Synovial)

Test ID: 

704371

CPT code:

83872, 89051, 89060

Specimen Type:

Synovial fluid

Requested Volume: 

1 mL

Container Type: 

Green-top (heparin) tube (preferred) or lavender-top (EDTA) tube. The lavender-top (EDTA) tube is not preferred for crystal exam.

Collection:

State synovial fluid and collection site on all samples submitted to the lab.

Storage Instructions:

Maintain specimen at room temperature. Transport to the laboratory as soon as possible.

Stability Requirements:

Room temperature             Unstable
Refrigerated                       2 days(48 hours)
Frozen                                Unstable
Freeze/thaw cycles            Unstable

Rejection Criteria

Clotted specimen; improperly labeled specimen; gel-barrier tube