Synovial Fluid (for microscopy and culture)
Code
FLU2
Sample Reqs
SC†††
Turnaround
14 days
Special instructions
† † † If prosthetic joint is present please state in clinical details to ensure that enrichment culture is prolonged for 14 days.
Sample type guide
SC
60ml container
Related specialties
- Microbiology
Additional information
- Request forms
- Specimens: collection, packaging, transport, rejection criteria
- Discontinued tests