When analyzing synovial fluid, if it is opaque, white, or translucent, has 5,000 leukocytes/mL, 80% PMN, and a low red blood cell (RBC) count, it may be indicative of which of the following conditions?
a. This is a normal result.
b. Scleroderma
c. Rheumatoid arthritis
d. Sickle cell disease
ANS: C
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