Elevated Pleural Adenosine Deaminase

April 24th, 2019

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Overview

Significance
Elevated ADA in pleural fluid is classically associated with tuberculosis.

Causes of Elevated ADA in Pleural Fluid
Tuberculous effusion
Rheumatoid pleuritis
Empyema

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Elevated Pleural Adenosine Deaminase

Overview

Significance

Causes of Elevated ADA in Pleural Fluid

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