CRYSTALS FLUID (COMMENT FLUID TYPE)
General Information
HLAB/HOL Code: FLCRY
UPHSM LIS Test #: 923
Schedule: Daily
Testing Time: 1 day
Testing Lab: UP Health System-Marquette
UPHSM LIS Test #: 923
Schedule: Daily
Testing Time: 1 day
Testing Lab: UP Health System-Marquette
Specimen Info
Only 1 specimen type required, unless otherwise specified
Volume: 1.0 mL
Temperature: Refrigerate
Tube Type: 1 Green Top (Sodium Heparin)
Collection Info:
Do not use EDTA or lithium heparin tubes.
Temperature: Refrigerate
Tube Type: 1 Green Top (Sodium Heparin)
Collection Info:
Do not use EDTA or lithium heparin tubes.
Methods
Polarized light microscopy
Clinical Utilities
Detecting crystals in synovial or other body fluids.
CPT Codes
89060
* The CPT codes provided are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding
is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payer being billed.
Reference Range
None seen