A synovial fluid specimen has a high cell count and requires dilution to be counted. Which of the following diluents should be used?
A) Normal saline
B) Dilute acetic acid (e.g., a 2 solution)
C) Dilute methanol (e.g., a 1 solution)
D) Phosphate buffer solution (e.g., 0.050 mol/L)
Question 2
Which of the following crystals is characteristically seen in patients with gout?
A) Cholesterol crystals
B) Hydroxyapatite crystals
C) Monosodium urate monohydrate crystals
D) Calcium pyrophosphate dihydrate crystals