In a patient with gouty ahritis,synol fluid aspiration was done,strongly negative birefringent needle shaped crystals were seen under polarized light .These crystals are composed of which of the following ?
Correct Answer: Monosodium urate
Description: Crystals of monosodium urate are needle-shaped, 5-25 mm in length, and strongly negatively bifringent under polarized light. Crystallization of monosodium urate in synol fluid and tissues results in a dramatic inflammatory response characterized by erythema, edema, and intense pain. Double contour cailage line on USG is seen
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