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CPOE Test Name
Joint Fluid Crystal Exam
Synonyms
Jnt Crystals, Uric acid crystals, Calcium pyrophosphate crystals, crystals
Specimen Type
Joint Fluid
Specimen Requirements
Green Top (sodium heparin) tube or Lavendar Top (EDTA) tube; 1 mL
Storage and Transport
Room temperature. Transport to the lab immediately.
Causes for Rejection
Improper specimen; improper labeling; delay in transport; inadequate volume collection in red top tube
Reference Range
Negative; No crystals seen.
Turn Around Time
1 hour
Performing Lab
Core Laboratory BI 2023 721-2120
Methodology
Polarized and compensated light evaluation of synovial fluid smear
CPT/HCPCS Code
89060
CPT / HCPCS Code
89060