Sentences with phrase «joint fluid samples»
«In this study, we decided to find out if pre-operative, prophylactic antibiotic concentrations in joint fluid samples from patients were sufficient to prevent Staphylococcus aureus and MRSA contamination,» said Noreen Hickok, Ph.D., Associate Professor in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery in the Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University.
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The symptoms of gout are also similar to those of a joint infection, and your doctor may test the joint fluid sample for bacteria.
Not exact matches
Patients with early - stage and advanced OA, RA or other inflammatory joint disease were recruited for the study alongside a control group of those with good skeletal health, with plasma and synovial fluid samples from both groups being analysed using mass spectrometry.
The physician will insert a needle into the affected joint to extract joint fluid, then study the sample under a microscope to look for uric acid crystals.
The best sample for PCR testing is the fluid from an affected joint.
The best sample for testing is the fluid from an affected joint.
Diagnosis requires a review of your pet's medical history, specific antibody testing through a blood sample, a complete blood chemistry profile and urinalysis, and possible testing of fluid from affected joints.
Joint fluid may be sampled in some cases.