Synovial Fluid Crystal Analysis | Lahalak Platform
Precise examination of joint fluid to detect gout or pseudogout crystals, providing a definitive diagnosis for sudden joint pain to start the right treatment.
Scientific name: Synovial Fluid Crystal Analysis
A mandatory microscopic examination of synovial fluid is performed under a polarized light microscope. This examination aims to detect intracellular (in phagocytic) or extracellular crystals and to identify their type based on their optical properties under polarized light: crystal morphology (acidic, rhomboid), refractive index (positive or negati...
Service type
Synovial Fluid Analysis
Duration
20-30 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- Detailed microscopic analysis of joint fluid to detect crystals
- Consult a rheumatologist to interpret the results.
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Medical Service Information
Conditions & Notices
- Fasting is not generally required, but it may be necessary if local or general anesthesia is planned for the sample collection.
- The sample should be examined as soon as possible (within a few hours of being drawn) to preserve the crystal shape and cell viability, as prolonged storage may lead to the formation of pseudo-crystals or the dissolution of true crystals.
- The sample is taken by a specialist physician (rheumatology, orthopedics) using a sterile technique to avoid contaminating the sample or introducing infection.
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