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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