A patient has a pleural effusion from an unknown cause. A fluid sample has been taken for analysis. To help identify the cause of the effusion, all of the following tests should be performed EXCEPT:
a. specific gravity.
b. biochemical makeup.
c. cytologic examination.
d. bacterial culture.
A
Specific gravity is a measurement of the density of fluids and would not be indicated in evaluating the cause of a pleural effusion.
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