Table 2.
Synovial fluid analysis.
Test | Value | Normal |
---|---|---|
Clarity | Translucent | Transparent |
Color | Whitish Yellow | Clear |
WBC (per mm3) | 2000 | <200 |
PMNs (%) | 55 | <25 |
Gram stain | No organisms | No organisms |
Culture | Negative | Negative |
Total protein (g/dl) | 1.9 | 3.1 |
LDH (IU/l) | 494 | 105–330 |
Glucose (mg/dl) | 44 | 70–110 |
Crystal | Monosodium urate crystals | None |