indicates elevated levels of Rheumatoid Factor in the blood, suggesting the possibility of chronic inflammation or an autoimmune condition

Factors such as medications or certain health conditions may affect the accuracy of the results. It is important to consult a healthcare provider for accurate guidance before the test.

Yes, the RF test can also be used to support the diagnosis of other rheumatic diseases and autoimmune conditions.

Autoimmune diseases, especially rheumatoid arthritis Chronic infections (e.g., viral hepatitis B and C, tuberculosis) Inflammatory lung diseases (e.g., sarcoidosis) Other autoimmune disorders (e.g., Sjögren syndrome, lupus, scleroderma) Certain types of cancer (e.g., leukemia)

Anti-CCP Antibody Test: This test detects antibodies to cyclic citrullinated peptides (CCP) in the blood. It is more specific than RF for diagnosing rheumatoid arthritis. Complete Blood Count (CBC): This test may be ordered to check for signs of inflammation or anemia, which can be associated with rheumatoid arthritis. Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR) and C-Reactive Protein (CRP): These tests measure inflammation levels in the body, which can be elevated in autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis. CRP levels correlate with the degree of systemic inflammation and are often used as a marker to assess disease activity in RA. ANA : The presence of both ANA and RF can sometimes help differentiate between different autoimmune diseases and guide further diagnostic evaluation.

It will take several hours to get the result