synovial fluid


n.

synovia

Words nearby synovial fluid

Scientific definitions for synovial fluid

synovial fluid
[ sĭ-nōvē-əl ]

A clear fluid secreted by membranes in joint cavities, tendon sheaths, and bursae, and functioning as a lubricant. When a joint disorder is present, the synovial fluid that is removed and examined can contain indicators of disease, such as white blood cells or crystals.