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To the patellar area. a needle was inserted to remove synovial fluid from the joint. what is this procedure called?

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Arthrocentesis: Arthrocentesis is removal of fluid from a joint for culture, and microscopic examination. An important test.

Dr Anyanwu and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 11/21/2014

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