Test Directory
856 Culture, Synovial or Joint Fluid
Specimen Type
Specimen Stability
Reference Range
Fluid in collection syringe
24 Hours, Room Temp
No Growth
Specimen Requirements
Aspirate may be transported to Pathology, Inc. in collection syringe. Remove needle and recap syringe to prevent leakage.
Method
Culture
Schedule
Sun-Sat
Turn-Around Time
48-72 hrs
Instructions/Notes
Hold specimen at room temperature (never refrigerate). Transport to Pathology, Inc. as soon as possible.
Clinical Utility
To grow, isolate and identify organism casing infection of bone joints; to determine the likelihood that a particular antimicrobial agent will be effective in stopping the growth of the bacteria causing infection.
CPT Codes
87071
Additional CPT codes may be charged for bacterial identification and susceptibility testing as warranted.
Additional CPT codes may be charged for bacterial identification and susceptibility testing as warranted.
