- ALDEF
Alpha Defensin, Lateral Flow Assay, Synovial Fluid
Specimen:
Test Code
ALDEF
Specimen Name
Alpha Defensin, Lateral Flow Assay, Synovial Fluid
Collect
Sterile Container or Red top tube
Submit
1 mL Synovial fluid
Special Handling
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Rejection Criteria
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Stability
Refrigerated 7 days
Methodology
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Performed
Performed Monday through Friday - Reported 1- 3 days
Reported
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CPT Codes
- 83518
Components
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Additional Information
This test should only be used for patients with a total joint prosthesis. Specimen source and type of joint are required. If not obtained from a prosthetic joint, testing will be canceled.
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Common Lab Definitions
- Serum
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