Synovial Fluid Examination
Back to Test Catalogue
Synovial Fluid Examination, Synovial fluid
Test ID: SYN FL
Test
Method
Polarized Light Microscopy
Report Includes
Specimens
Synovial fluid
Test Location
Mount Sinai Hospital, 600 University Avenue, Toronto ON M5G 1X5
Test Version
30-Sep-2019
Specimen
Specimens
Synovial fluid
Sample Volume
5 mL
Collection & Handling
Collection Instructions
Collect specimen into sterile container or non-additive tube. Sodium heparin tubes are acceptable. EDTA tubes are acceptable for all tests except crystal analysis. Lithium heparin tubes are unacceptable.
Handling Information
Store and send cold. Specimens must be delivered to ICL Monday to Thursday within 2 days of collection.
Additional Information
Provide site, laterality and source. WBC counts may decrease by 50% after 5 h, particularly polymorphonuclear cells. Crystals do not decrease in significant numbers over 2 – 3 days. Completely clotted specimens are unsuitable for analysis.
Test Version
30-Sep-2019
Performance / Interpretation
Method
Polarized Light Microscopy
Turnaround Time
5 days
Results
| Name | Units | Reference Range | Conversion Factor | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Synovial Fluid Examination | Qualitative Test |
|
||
Test Location
Mount Sinai Hospital, 600 University Avenue, Toronto ON M5G 1X5
Test Version
30-Sep-2019
Interface / Setup
Test Version
30-Sep-2019