Chapter 1

Synovial effusion

In this chapter, we will discuss the pathophysiology of synovial effusion, the acquisition and analysis of synovial fluid, and how to determine the cause of the effusion.
6 Lessons (14m 52s), 1 Quiz
Chapter 2

Pleural effusion

Here, you will cover the pathophysiology and classification of pleural effusions, acquisition and analysis of pleural fluid, and how to determine the cause of the effusion.
  • Identifying a pleural effusion
  • Acquiring pleural fluid for analysis
  • Analyzing gross appearance and cell count
  • Classifying pleural effusions
  • Differentiating transudative and exudative effusions
  • Investigating other pleural fluid components
  • Pleural effusion quiz
7 Lessons (19m 06s), 1 Quiz
Chapter 3

Ascites

Learn how to acquire ascites fluid and test for specific etiologies in this chapter. You will cover the pathophysiology of ascites and learn when to order further testing.
  • Diagnosing ascites
  • Acquiring ascites fluid by paracentesis
  • Examining the gross appearance
  • Analyzing the cell count and protein concentration
  • Conducting other testing
  • Testing for specific etiologies
  • Ascites quiz
7 Lessons (20m 33s), 1 Quiz
Chapter 4

Cerebrospinal fluid

Master the lumbar puncture and subsequent analysis of CSF in this chapter. You will also learn how to order additional testing and distinguish between viral and bacterial meningitis.
  • Introducing cerebrospinal fluid
  • Obtaining a CSF sample
  • Analyzing gross appearance and cell count
  • Analyzing the chemical composition
  • Using additional testing
  • Diagnosing meningitis
  • Cerebrospinal fluid quiz
7 Lessons (17m 31s), 1 Quiz
Chapter 5

Pericardial effusion

This chapter covers the pathophysiology of pericardial effusion, pericardial fluid analysis, and how to determine the cause of the effusion.
  • Identifying a pericardial effusion
  • Performing pericardial fluid drainage
  • Analyzing pericardial fluid
  • Pericardial effusion quiz
  • Body Fluid Lab Essentials Outro
5 Lessons (9m 06s), 1 Quiz