Cell Count, Synovial Fluid SYCT

Method(s) Cell Count
Specimen Required
Collect One 3 mL lavender (EDTA) top tube.
Transport 2 mL synovial fluid at 20-25°C.
Remarks

Mix the tube 8-10 times to avoid clotting.

Stability Ambient: 24 hours
Unacceptable Conditions

Quantity not sufficient or collected in the incorrect tube are unacceptable for testing.

Schedule Daily
Billing Code 4010065
CPTCode 89051
Preferred Specimen Collection Device(s)
Reference Interval
ComponentReference Interval
Differential
Total Nucleated Count
See Laboratory Report
0-200/microliter
No Appointment Necessary
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