The probable pleural fluid finding in tuberculous pleural effusion among the following is :
Correct Answer: Protein 5g/dl, low glucose, pH = 7.2
Description: The fluid is straw colored and at times hemorrhagic; it is with a protein concentration >50% of that in serum (usually 4-6 g/dL), a normal to low glucose concentration, a pH of 7.3 (occasionally <7.2), and detectable white blood cells (usually 500-6000/L). Reference: Harrisons Principles of Internal Medicine, 18th Edition, Page 1346
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