Crystal Examination, Synovial Fluid
Methodology
Microscopic Examination
Performing Laboratory
Rutland Regional Medical Center Laboratory
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Synovial fluid
Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: 4 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 2 mL
Collection Instructions: Indicate specimen
source.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient
Reference Values
None seen
Day(s) Performed
Daily
Analytical Time:
1 day
Test Classification and CPT Coding
89060 x 2