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removal of fluid from a joint by centesis
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Using a thin needle, your healthcare provider may remove a small amount of joint fluid from an affected joint. The fluid can be examined in a laboratory to make sure that no other disorder is causing your symptoms (such as rheumatoid arthritis, gout, infection).
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| arthrocentesis |
Taking a sample of joint fluid out for testing, obtained by a needle puncture of the joint. Sometimes all of the joint fluid may be aspirated as a part of treatment.
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| arthrocentesis |
a procedure in which fluid surrounding a joint is drawn by a hypodermic needle. Fluid is analyzed to determine if crystals, bacteria, or viruses are present.
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| arthrocentesis |
removing synovial fluid from a joint
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