| Test Name: |
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Albumin, Synovial Fluid
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| Test Code(s): |
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SYALB / HCSYALB
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| CPT Code(s): |
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82042
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| Methodology: |
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Bromocresol Purple
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| Request Form: |
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Body Fluid/Stool/Urine (UWH 1280708)
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| Days Performed: |
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Daily, 24 hours.
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| Turnaround Time: |
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Stat: 1 hour.
Routine: 4 hours.
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Specimen Requirements
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| Specimen: |
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Synovial fluid
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| Collection Instructions: |
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Indicate source of body fluid if applicable.
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| Collection Container: |
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Preferred: Sterile screw cap container
Also Acceptable:
Red top
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| Collection Volume: |
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Preferred: 1 mL
Pediatrics: 0.4 mL
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| Sample Analyzed: |
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Synovial Fluid
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| Volume Required: |
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Preferred: 0.5 mL
Pediatrics: 0.2 mL
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| Specimen Processing: |
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Centrifuge. Transfer cell-free fluid to plastic vial. Refrigerate.
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| Specimen Transport: |
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Transport specimen to UWHC Core Laboratory (B4/220). Transport with coolant pack if coming from outreach location.
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Interpretation
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Results are reported in g/dL.
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