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HelpTest ID NBLD0449 RF with Reflex, Synovial Fluid
Specimen Type/Requirements
Sterile specimen container - Synovial fluid
Indicate source on specimen and order.
Specimens that are grossly hemolyzed or contain visible particulate matter will be rejected.
Test is affected by hemolysis. Test is not affected by lipemia.
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 1.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 0.3 mL |
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | Not Acceptable | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 7 days | |
| Frozen | 21 days | Preferred for transport |
Performed Test Frequency
Tueday a.m, Friday a.m
Report Available
3 days
Additional Information
If the RF screen is positive, the RF titer will be performed at an additional charge.
Methodology
Latex Agglutination
Performing Lab
Quest Chantilly forwards to Quest San Juan Capistrano
CPT
86430
Interface Build Information
| Result Code | Result Code Description |
|---|---|
| 16399 | Rheumatoid Factor, LA Scr |