Synovial fluid for cytology

Alphabetical Test listing

Test name:

Test number:

6301

Excellian order number:

LAB6301

Abbreviation:

APN

Specimen type:

Synovial fluid

Processing instructions:

Submit entire specimen.

Transport container:

Required forms/information:

Non-GYN Cytology request
- Specify source and site
- Provide pertinent clinical history/previous malignancy

Transport and stability:

Refrigerated

Reason for rejection:

Performing lab:

AHL - Cytology: A

Days set up:

Daily

TAT:

1 - 2 days

Method:

Microscopic examination

Reference ranges:

An interpretive report will be provided

CPT codes:

88112

Date created:

07/23/2012

Revised date:

10/12/2018

Review date:

12/15/2023