The microscopic examination of a synovial fluid on a 39-year-old male shows needle-shaped, negatively birefringent monosodium urate monohydrate crystals. What is a possible diagnosis?

A) Psoriatic arthritis B) Pseudogout
C) Rheumatoid arthritis D) Gouty arthritis


D

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