Synovial Flashcards
1
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aka joint fluid- found in diathroses
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Synovial fluid
2
Q
Lubricates joints
A
Functions of Synovial Fluid
3
Q
Reduce friction between bones
A
Functions of Synovial Fluid
4
Q
Provides nutrients to the articular cartilage
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Functions of Synovial Fluid
5
Q
Lessen shock of joint compression occurring during activities (e.g. walking, jogging)
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Functions of Synovial Fluid
6
Q
What is the Method of Collection in synovial fluid?
A
arthrocentesis
7
Q
Normal
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Colorless to pale yellow
8
Q
Inflammation
A
Deeper yellow
9
Q
Bacterial infection such as septic artritis
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Greenish tinge
10
Q
traumatic tao/ hemmorrhagic arthritis
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Red
11
Q
< 3.5ml
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Normal
12
Q
> 25ml
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Inflammation
13
Q
Athrocentesis
A
Method of Collection
14
Q
Microbiology section
A
Na Heparin (sterile)/SPS
15
Q
Hematology
A
LIQUID EDTA/Na Heparin
