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Test Code LAB90591 Bile Fluid Crystal Examination

Additional Codes

47485

Reporting Title

Bile Fluid Crystal Examination

Methodology

Microscopic Examination with Polarizing Microscopy

Used to determine the presence of bilirubin crystals, calcium bilirubinate, and cholesterol in bile fluid.

Performing Laboratory

OhioHealth Laboratory Services-RMH and Grant Core Urinalysis

Specimen Requirements

Submit biliary drainage or duodenal aspirate (minimum volume:  1 mL) in a screw-capped, plastic container. Forward promptly at ambient temperature only. Do not refrigerate.

Note:  Specimen source is required on request form for processing.

Specimen Transport Temperature

Ambient/Refrigerate NO/Frozen NO

Reference Values

Negative

Specimens positive for crystals are reviewed by a clinical pathologist.

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Friday

Test Classification and CPT Coding

89060