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Test Code CRYSTAL Crystal Identification, Synovial Fluid

Important Note

Crystals are performed M-F until 2:30 pm, Sat and Sun until 12:30pm.

Performing Laboratory

NRL-Hematology

Methodology

Polarized Light

Specimen Requirements

Specimen Type: Synovial fluid

Container/Tube: Green top (lithium heparin) or lavender top (EDTA)

Specimen Volume: 2 mL

Collection Instructions: Do not spin.

Reference Values

None seen

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Sunday

Test Classification and CPT Coding

89060