From: Chronic tophaceous gout presenting as acute arthritis during an acute illness: a case report
Test | Value | Normal |
---|---|---|
Clarity | Translucent | Transparent |
Color | Yellow | Clear |
WBC (per mm3) | 2100 | < 200 |
PMNs (%) | 62 | < 25 |
Gram stain | No organisms | No organisms |
Culture | Negative | Negative |
Total protein (g/dL) | 2 | 3.1 |
LDH (IU/L) | 440 | 105 – 333 |
Glucose (mg/dL) | 42 | 70–110 |
Crystal | Monosodium urate crystals | None |