Synovial, pleural, pericardial, peritoneal Flashcards
1
Q
What are the synovial fluid groups?
A
Group 1- noninflammatory
Group 2- inflammatory
Group 3- infectious
Group 4- hemorrhagic
2
Q
What is the best preservative for synovial fluid?
A
Heparinized with 25 U of sodium heparin/mL
Remarks: oxalate, lithium hepari and powdered edta should be avoided because they form crystals.
Liquid edta pwede.
