Synovial Fluid Profile (Appearance, WBC count, RBC count, Glucose & Total Protein)

Specimen Container	Sterile container
Specimen Requirement	Synovial fluid
Orderable as Urgent?	No
Turn Around Time	Average 3 hrs ( 2 - 4 hrs)
Reference Value(s)	For the Chemistry tests: The reference interval and method performance have not been established for this sample type. Comparison of this result with the concentration in serum is suggested. Please consider the clinical context when interpreting the result. WBC: < 200cells/uL Glucose: comparable to blood glucose Total protein: < 30g/L (approximately 1/3 of serum value)
Testing Laboratory Location	KKH
Laboratory	Clinical Chemistry
Contact Number	6394 1383
Day and Time Performed	Mon - Fri: 0800 hr - 1700 hr Sat: 0800 hr - 1230 hr
Orderable on CPOE?	Yes
Downtime Form	Clinical Chemistry - Form A

Change History Notes

Last Updated - 05 Apr 2025