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Test Code SYNOVIAL FLUID INFECTION PANEL BY PCR [LAB11351] SYNOVIAL FLUID INFECTION PANEL BY PCR

Additional Codes

Epic EAP: LAB11351

Epic Description: SYNOVIAL FLUID INFECTION PANEL BY PCR

 

Synonym

Joint Infection Panel

Synovial Fluid PCR

 

Specimen Type

Synovial Fluid (SF)

Specimen Required

Synovial Fluid (SF) collected according to Standard Technique

  Collection Container Preferred Volume Minimum Volume
Preferred

Sterile container

 1.0 mL (1000µL) 0.2 mL (200µL)

Instructions for Collection and Transport

Specimens should be tested with the BIOFIRE JI  Panel as soon as possible. 

If transport or storage is required, specimens can be held:

  • Refrigerated for up to 7 days (2-8°C)

Performing Lab

Ochsner Microbiology lab - Jefferson Hwy

Assay Frequency

24/7

Routine Turnaround Time

24 hours from receiving in the lab. 

CSR Storage Requirements

Refrigerated for up to 7 days (2-8°C)

CPT Code Information

87627