Test Code LAB940 Crystals, Body Fluid
Methodology
Manual Microscopic
Performing Laboratory
RCRH
Specimen Requirements
Submit 2 mL to 3 mL of body fluid in a dark green-top (sodium
heparin) tube or a screw-capped, sterile container. Do not
expose specimen to room air. Maintain sterility and
forward promptly at ambient temperature only.
Note: Indicate specimen source on specimen
container and request form.
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Friday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
89060