To assist in the diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis,the doctor may use a procedure involving a surgical puncture to aspirate fluid from a joint called an
A)arthroscopy.
B)arthrodesis.
C)arthroplasty.
D)arthrocentesis.

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The procedure described involves aspirating fluid from a joint, which is also known as arthrocentesis. Arthroscopy is a different procedure that involves inserting a small camera into a joint to see the inside. Arthrodesis involves fusing a joint together for stabilization, and arthroplasty involves replacing a damaged joint with an artificial one.

To Assist in the Diagnosis of Rheumatoid Arthritis,the Doctor May