Which of the following provides a definitive diagnosis of a specific joint condition?
A) Staphylococcal bacteria identified by Gram stain
B) Corticosteroid crystals identified during the microscopic examination
C) A plasmasynovial fluid glucose difference exceeding 20 mg/dL
D) Greater than 25 leukocytes/mL observed during the microscopic examination
Question 2
Abnormally decreased viscosity in synovial fluid results from:
A) Mucin degradation by leukocytic lysosomes
B) Overproduction of synovial fluid by synoviocytes
C) Autoimmune response of synoviocytes in joint disease
D) Depolymerization of hyaluronate by neutrophilic enzymes