Test Code CRYPOL Crystals Polarized, BF
Additional Codes
- Expanse test name:Crystals Polarized,BF
- Medinet Ref Code:CRYPOL
- OV Code:BF*CRYPOL
Performing Laboratory
St. Lukes Hospital Laboratory
Methodology
Polarizing Microscopy
Specimen Requirements
1 mL of body fluid in a green-top sodium heparin tube or a plain syringe(s).
Note: 1. If submitting syringe, remove needle and cap syringe.
2. Indicate specimen source on request form.
Reference Values
Negative
Interfering Substances:
Steroid injections in the past 2 months may cause false-positive results.
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
89060