Synovial Fluid Culture (RPS)

Test Code

SYNCU

Specimen Name

Synovial Fluid Culture (RPS)

CPT Codes

  • 87070
  • 87075

Collect

Sterile Container (1)

Stability

Refrigerate

Volume

3 mL

Minimum Volume

1 mL

Performed

Prelim at 1 day; final at 5 days. Gram stain, same day.

Additional Information

Synovial fluid, includes all joint fluids.

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