Fluid Profile

Overview

  • EPIC Code:
  • LAB2292
  • Soft Test Code:
  • FLPRO
Included Tests

Albumin, Fluid; Cell Count, Fluid; Crystals, Fluid; Glucose, Fluid; pH, Fluid; Protein, Fluid


Specimen Collection & Preparation

Client Notes

Please contact PHL Client Reponse at 266-1500 (Option 2) to request a STAT courier pick-up.


Required Forms & Information

Order must include the site and/or source of collection 

If multiple fluid tests are requested, please specify order of importance and submit in the Clear Red Top Tube only.


Specimen Requirements:

-AND-

1.0 mL Fluid in a Clear Red Top Tube - No Clot Activator
Minimum Volume:
1.0 mL Fluid *

* This volume does not allow for repeat testing

Specimen Information:

If multiple fluid tests are requested, please specify order of importance and submit in the Clear Red Top Tube only.

Order must include the site and/or source of collection.


Processing Instructions:

Do not centrifuge specimen


Transport and Storage:
  • Refrigerated (2-8°C): 24 Hours

-AND-

3.0 mL Fluid in a Lavender Top Tube - EDTA
Minimum Volume:
1.0 mL Fluid*

* This volume does not allow for repeat testing

Processing Instructions:

Do not centrifuge specimen


Transport and Storage:
  • Refrigerated (2-8°C): 24 Hours

-AND-

3.0 mL Fluid in a Green Top Tube - Li Heparin
Minimum Volume:
1.0 mL Fluid*

* This volume does not allow for repeat testing

Processing Instructions:

Do not centrifuge specimen


Transport and Storage:
  • Refrigerated (2-8°C): 24 Hours

Clinical Interpretation

Reference Range:

Reference Range Not Established; will vary depending on the type of fluid.


Methodology:
  • Multiple - Based on Individual Components

Production Schedule

Sites Performed
  • Parkview Regional Medical Center
Days Performed
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Departments
  • Chemistry
  • Hematology
Turn Around Time

Same day/1 to 2 days


Coding & Compliance

CDM

01425247, 01460921, 01425250, 01465246, 01465252


CPT Coding

82945, 83986, 84157, 84315, 89060