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Crystal Exam, Body Fluid

Additional Codes

Epic# -

LAB3927

 

Cerner name(s):

  • Crystal Analysis, Body Fluid

Performing Lab(s)

Memorial-Belleville only

Methodology

Microscopy

Specimen Requirement (s)

Specimen must arrive within 1 hour of collection.

Specimen Type: Synovial fluid

Container/Tube: Red-top. Specimens in any anticoagulant tubes (EDTA) are unaceptable.

Specimen Volume: 2 mL

Collection Instructions: Label specimen appropriately (synovial fluid).

 

If a different body fluid is submitted, call for collection instructions.

Day(s)/Shift(s) Test Set Up and Turnaround Time

Sunday through Saturday

Hours: 24 hours

 

Turnaround Time:

STAT: No

Routine: less than 8 hours from receipt.

Transport and Stability

Transport temperature: Ambient to lab   

Must receive immediately into lab

CPT/LOINC Codes

89060