Rheumatoid Profile I LIS Code: Rheumatoid Prof
Comprehensive rheumatoid profile to detect inflammation and autoimmune conditions. Includes RF, ESR, CRP, ANA, and uric acid tests for accurate diagnosis and monitoring.
What's included in this profile
- A screening test for autoimmune conditions
- A positive result prompts further specific antibody testing
- Can also be positive in some healthy people, so interpreted with symptoms
- A protein that rises quickly in response to inflammation or infection
- A general marker, not specific to any one condition
- Useful for tracking how the body is responding over time
- An older, general marker of inflammation in the body
- Measures how quickly red blood cells settle in a test tube
- Often used alongside CRP for a fuller inflammation picture
- Measures red cells, white cells and platelets
- A foundational test for overall health, anaemia and infection
- The 'Differential' breaks white cells down by specific type
- An antibody associated with rheumatoid arthritis
- Can also be positive in other autoimmune or chronic conditions
- Interpreted alongside symptoms and other antibody tests
- A waste product from the breakdown of purines in food and cells
- Raised levels are linked to gout and kidney stones
- Also checked as part of general metabolic screening
About this profile
The Rheumatoid Profile I is a comprehensive blood test designed to assess key markers associated with rheumatoid arthritis and other autoimmune or inflammatory conditions. This profile helps in the early detection, diagnosis, and monitoring of inflammatory joint diseases, providing valuable information about the body’s immune activity and inflammation levels.
Who is this profile for?
This test is recommended for individuals experiencing symptoms such as joint stiffness, swelling, persistent pain, fatigue, or reduced mobility. It is also useful for people with a family history of autoimmune disorders or those being monitored for conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, or chronic inflammation.
What can be detected?
The Rheumatoid Profile I evaluates several important biomarkers to assess inflammation, immune response, and joint health:
Full Blood Count (FBC) + Differential: Provides detailed information about red and white blood cells and platelets, helping identify anemia or signs of inflammation.
Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR): Measures how quickly red blood cells settle in a test tube, indicating the degree of inflammation in the body.
Rheumatoid Factor (RF) Quantitative: Detects the presence of rheumatoid factor antibodies, often elevated in rheumatoid arthritis and related autoimmune disorders.
Uric Acid: Assesses uric acid levels to help differentiate rheumatoid arthritis from gout, which presents with similar joint symptoms.
Antinuclear Antibodies (ANA): Identifies antibodies that may signal autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis or lupus.
C-Reactive Protein (CRP): Evaluates active inflammation, aiding in tracking disease activity and treatment response.
When to get tested
This profile is ideal for individuals showing symptoms of inflammatory joint disease or suspected autoimmune conditions. It can also be used to monitor treatment effectiveness, disease progression, or flare-ups in existing cases of rheumatoid arthritis or related disorders.
