Synovial fluid Flashcards
1
Q
Function of synovium?
A
Mediates nutrient exchange between blood and joint
2
Q
Type A cells function in synovium
A
Derived from macrophages - NB in phagocytosis
A - Attack
3
Q
Type B cells function?
A
Fibroblast like cells - produce the synovial fluid
B - Brew
4
Q
Type C cells function?
A
Unknown function
?multi-potent precursor to type A or B cells
C - Confused
5
Q
Function of synovial fluid?
A
Lubricates
Noursihment
6
Q
What is the origin of synovial fluid?
A
Ultra filtrate of blood plasma
7
Q
What does synovial fluid consist of? (5
A
- Hyaluronin
- Lubricin
- Proteinase
- Collagenases
- Prostaglandins
Highly Lubricated Polished Plump Cartilage
8
Q
Synovial fluid possesses what flow characteristics?
A
Non-newtonian
Viscosity co-efficient is not constant
