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HelpTest Code SYNBF Cell Count, Synovial Fluid
Additional Codes
| Software | Test Code |
|---|---|
| Label Text | SYNBF |
| EPIC | LAB20596 |
Performing Laboratory
NorDx Laboratories
Useful For
The detection of infections, hemorrhage and cellular abnormalities
Reference Values
An interpretive report will be issued
Days and Times Test Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
1 Day
Available Stat
Profile Information
|
Individual Test Description |
|---|
| Specimen Type |
| Appearance |
| White Blood Cell Count |
| Corrected White Blood Cell Count (if necessary) |
| PMN% (Polymorphonuclear cells) |
| MN% (Mononuclear cells) |
| Other cells (if indicated) |
| Pathologist comments (if indicated) |
Specimen Type
Body Fluid – Acceptable Fluid Types:
Synovial Only
Preferred Container
Lavender Top Tube (EDTA) – Other Fluid Types
Preferred Volume
Body Fluid: 1 mL (Lavender Top Tube (EDTA))
Minimum Volume
Body Fluid: 0.5 mL (Lavender Top Tube (EDTA)
Specimen Collection and Handling
1. Deliver to NorDx Hematology ASAP.
2. Cell counts may be falsely decreased if there is a delay in testing.
3. Send refrigerated if delivery to lab is greater than 1 hour; otherwise send at ambient temperature.
4. Indicate source of specimen on request form.
Acceptable Fluid Types:
Synovial Only
Add On Capable
Not Permitted
Advance Beneficiary Notice Requirements
No ABN Required
CPT Code Information
|
CPT Code |
CPT Description |
CPT Disclaimer |
|---|---|---|
| 89050 | Cell Count, Miscellaneous Body Fluids (eg: Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF), Joint Fluid), Except Blood | |
| 89051 | Cell Count with Differential Count, Miscellaneous Body Fluids (eg: Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF), Joint Fluid), Except Blood | if Indicated |
Performing Laboratory Location
NorDx Laboratories
Clinical Significance
If WBC’s are present in a significant volume a differential will automatically be performed, changing the CPT code and charges to a cell count with differential.