0 relating to synovia (= a thick clear liquid that helps bones to move smoothly in the joints): --
synovial fluid
Apatite crystals can be demonstrated in the synovial aspirate.
However, the disease may affect any synovial joint.
Stimulation of rheumatoid synovial cell collagenase and prostaglandin production by partially purified lymphocyte activating factor (interleukin 1).
In order to increase the sensitivity, the synovial fluid may be inoculated into blood culture bottles.
However, the results of blood and synovial fluid cultures should be checked after 48 hours.
Synovial fluid analysis shows high viscosity with relatively few cells that are mainly mononuclear.
Now it is possible, using artificial synovial fluid agents such as hyaluronic acid.
Examination of synovial fluid obtained from the right knee revealed no evidence of inflammation.
