RA FACTOR QUANTITATIVE

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Sample Required Serum
Preperations Required No specific preparation required
Gender Male & Female
Age Group 0 - 99 Years
Collection AtHome & Lab

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Overview

The Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) serum test measures the presence of specific antibodies, primarily rheumatoid factor (RF) and anti-cyclic citrullinated peptide (anti-CCP), associated with rheumatoid arthritis. Elevated levels of these antibodies indicate an immune response that may suggest RA, aiding in early diagnosis and management. This test is often combined with other clinical assessments to confirm RA diagnosis and monitor disease progression.

What is the RA Factor (Quantitative) Test ?

Rheumatoid Factor (RF) is primarily present in the serum of patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis, but it can also be produced in other conditions. These include Chronic inflammatory processes, infectious diseases (Such as Hepatitis or Tuberculosis), and various autoimmune diseases (Like Sjögren’s syndrome or systemic lupus erythematosus).

What is the Purpose of the RA Factor (Quantitative) Test ?

This test is advised for following analysis:

Diagnosing Autoimmune Disorders: If you have symptoms of Sjögren's Syndrome, RA, or another autoimmune disease, this testing might be necessary. If you have joint discomfort and inflammation that isn't caused by another illness, your doctor might suggest an RF test.
Estimating Disease Severity: Doctors can also learn about the severity of RA using RF testing. Higher levels of RF increase the risk of developing severe RA, a more aggressive condition that damages blood vessels, causes Rheumatoid nodules to form, and erodes joints. Outside of the joints, RF can also impact the Heart, Lungs, and Eyes.

When is an RA Factor (Quantitative) Test Recommended ?

If you have following symptoms, then RA Factor (Quantitative) Test is advised:

Joint symptoms, including pain and swelling
Tiredness or fatigue
Morning stiffness for 30 minutes or longer
Appetite loss
Intermittent fever
Weight loss
Dry eyes and mouth
Weakness
Firm lumps beneath the skin

Preparation for RA Factor (Quantitative) Test

There is no special preparation required before the RA Factor (Quantitative) Test.

Other blood tests can be carried out in addition to an RA Factor (Quantitative) Test. If your doctor advises you to have multiple tests at once, they may ask you to fast for a specific period of time prior to a blood test.
Drink adequate water before sample collection.
Follow the preparatory instructions as guided by your doctor.

What is the Cost of a RA Factor (Quantitative) Test ?

The Price of an RA Factor (Quantitative) Test is Rs. 350. However, cost of the test may fluctuate depending on following factors:

Other tests advised along with RA Factor (Quantitative) Test
Offers or discounts
Empanelment of the patient

Interpreting the RA Factor (Quantitative) Test Results

Negative: This result indicates that you have little or no rheumatoid factor in your blood. That does not, however, rule out rheumatoid arthritis or any other medical condition. Rheumatoid factor is either minimal or nonexistent in many RA patients. Your doctor might conduct additional tests to diagnose rheumatoid arthritis if your RF test results are normal but you have symptoms of the condition.
Positive: This result means that a higher level of rheumatoid factor was found in your blood. This does not necessarily imply that your symptoms are due to rheumatoid causes. However, your chances of having a rheumatoid factor-related ailment increase with your positive RF test findings. Additional tests may be advised by your doctor to determine precisely whether you have any of the following disorder:

Rheumatoid arthritis or another autoimmune disease

A Chronic infection
Certain Cancers

How is the RA Factor (Quantitative) Test Done ?

The Blood Sample for RA Factor (Quantitative) Test is taken in following steps:

The area where the needle will be inserted to take your blood is cleaned with an antiseptic alcohol wipe. The hollow on the inside side of the elbow or the tip of the finger are the most common sites for this.
A tourniquet or a band is tied around your upper arm to facilitate the access to the vein in your arm.
A needle is used to puncture your vein. The blood sample is collected into a test tube attached to the needle. The needle may cause a small pinch or sting when it is inserted.
Once the vial or test tube is filled, the blood sample collection for the test is finished and the needle is taken out.
Finger pressure is applied on the puncture site to stop the bleeding and the band aid is applied at the site.