Test Name
POLARIZING MICROSCOPY, CRYSTALS
Aliases
SYNOVIAL/ JOINT FLUID CRYSTAL ANALYSIS
Abbreviations
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Test Classification
INDIVIDUAL
Department
MICROBIOLOGY
Sub Department
GENERAL
TAT Category
BUSINESS (WORKING) TIME
Estimated TAT
4
TAT Units
HOURS
Test Requirements
Synovial fluid in leak proof container. Fluid type must be specified on the request form
Clinical Utility
To evaluate for pathologic crystals & diagnose gout and pseudogout (calcium pyrophosphate dihydrate crystal deposition disease, CPPD).
Last Review
26th Feb 2026