Synovial fluid analysis

Injury	Disease	Nutrition	Poison

Symptoms	Surgery	Test	Special Topic

Joint aspiration

Overview

Risks

Results

Synovial fluid analysis

Alternative Names:

Joint fluid analysis; Joint fluid aspiration

What the risks are:

Infection of the joint -- unusual but more common with repeated aspirations
Bleeding into the joint space

Special considerations:

Ice or cold packs may be applied to the joint for 24 to 36 hours after the test to reduce the swelling and joint pain. Depending on the exact problem, you can probably resume your normal activities after the procedure. Talk to your health care provider to determine what activity is most appropriate for you.

Review Date: 6/7/2005
Reviewed By: Andrew L. Chen, M.D., M.S., Steadman-Hawkins Sports Medicine Foundation, Vail, Co. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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