Q: what does a result of <10 for a rheumatoid factor blood test? normal range for the test was 0-13.9

RF: Well it could mean nothing because a lot of healthy people have positive RF, also it just could be an active phase reactant which increases in setting of stress, inflammation or infection. So having said that we should know why it has been checked? I don't see any joint pain or swelling in your history.

Q: would 176 ra igm factor be considered a low positive for rheumatoid factor. what would be considered a positive level. my ccp level is normal.

It is positive: The level is not as important as what is your clinical examination and other findings. The positive rheumatoid factor by itself does not mean you have arthritis. There are other things that you rheumatologist will look forward to help clarify whether the positive rheumatoid factor is due to rheumatoid arthritis or something else.

Q: i went to get tested to see if i have rheumatoid arthritis and the result came back positive. what does rheumatoid factor h12 mean? < 10 ku/l (range)

Slight elevation: This is a slight elevation of your Rheumatoid factor WHICH IS SEEN IN A LOT OF DISORDERS BESIDES heumatoid arthritis! You should see a Rheumatologist for a more complete work-up! Hope this helps Good Luck Dr Z

Question 1

my rheumatoid factor is out of range 243 h what does this mean?

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It depends: It depends on why the test was order and what your symptoms happen to be. A high rheumatoid factor can be seen in many clinical situations but is most commonly associated with rheumatoid arthritis. Have a ccp antibody done. This is a more specific test for ra.

Question 2

what does a result of <10 for a rheumatoid factor blood test? normal range for the test was 0-13.9

Accepted Answer

RF: Well it could mean nothing because a lot of healthy people have positive RF, also it just could be an active phase reactant which increases in setting of stress, inflammation or infection. So having said that we should know why it has been checked? I don't see any joint pain or swelling in your history.

Question 3

would 176 ra igm factor be considered a low positive for rheumatoid factor. what would be considered a positive level. my ccp level is normal.

Accepted Answer

It is positive: The level is not as important as what is your clinical examination and other findings. The positive rheumatoid factor by itself does not mean you have arthritis. There are other things that you rheumatologist will look forward to help clarify whether the positive rheumatoid factor is due to rheumatoid arthritis or something else.

Question 4

i went to get tested to see if i have rheumatoid arthritis and the result came back positive. what does rheumatoid factor h12 mean?  < 10 ku/l (range)

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Slight elevation: This is a slight elevation of your Rheumatoid factor WHICH IS SEEN IN A LOT OF DISORDERS BESIDES heumatoid arthritis!  You should see a Rheumatologist for a more complete work-up!
Hope this helps
Good Luck

Dr Z

Question 5

can d-dimer elevated 2x uln be only due to low positive rheumatoid factor of 13 ng (vs lab normal range >11) or failed attempts of intravenous cannula placement used for sample ? i am 50, with cfs.

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Lab data: These data are meaningless without a full clinical history.  The d-dimer is a breakdown product of fibrinogen due to fibrinolysis which can occur with any minor inflammation of the walls of blood vessels.  Often used in helping to diagnose DVT and pulmonary embolus, but is rather non-specific absent specific clinical situation.

Question 6

can a diagnosis of lupus sle be given if all blood tests (crp, rheumatoid factor and full blood count) are within normal ranges?

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YES: Yes  a doctor can diagnose lupus without positive  blood test s .The clinical symptoms along with ,biopsy ,clinical syndromes and xray or MRI can make the DX

Question 7

rheumatoid factor just out of range at 20.2. normal esr, ana. bilateral hip pain, chest, and roaming pains in other joints, never swelling. is it ra?

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Unlikely : Rheumatoid arthritis is diagnosed based on a number of criteria.  Each criteria has a point value.  You must have 6 points to be diagnosed.  What you described would be 2 points. This isn't enough for rheumatoid arthritis (ra).   You should still see a doctor familiar with RA to be sure.  The most important part if the diagnosis is the feel of the joints not the lab.

Question 8

since april. dx as episcleritis, scleritis, or uveitis.not responded to nsaids(oral or drops) or steroids(oral or topical) ft4,tsh,sed rate, ana(twice)rheumatoid factor,hla-b27,vdrl,lyme,hsv,rpr,tb all in normal range,crp elevated?

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Eye problems: See a specialist at the department of Ophthalmology at Washington University of St. Louis School of Medicine.  This is probably viral and should be able to be treated successfully.  As far as "frequent bowel movements shortly after eating", you may have a lack of the enzyme which breaks lactose, causing lactic acid, a potent GI stimulant. Stop milk and milk products to see if that helps.

Question 9

what's rheumatoid factor?

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A protein in  blood: Rheumatoid factor is a protein-igm- directed against another protein- igg in the blood and is seen in high frequency(>80%) of patients with rheumatoid arthritis. It is not specific for R.A. As it may be seen in other disease states a high concentration of rhuematoid factor is highly suspicious for the disease but it has to fit the patient's complaints and physical findings.

Question 10

what does rheumatoid factor mean?

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Rheumatoid factor is: An antibody that is not normally found in the blood, so your body's production of it may indicate RA or another connective tissue disease. However, it can also be present in healthy individuals with no known disease. By contrast, according to the national institutes of health, individuals with these types of diseases can have a low rheumatoid factor or none at all.

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What does a result of <10 for a rheumatoid factor blood test? normal range for the test was 0-13.9

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Would 176 ra igm factor be considered a low positive for rheumatoid factor. what would be considered a positive level. my ccp level is normal.

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I went to get tested to see if i have rheumatoid arthritis and the result came back positive. what does rheumatoid factor h12 mean? < 10 ku/l (range)

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Can d-dimer elevated 2x uln be only due to low positive rheumatoid factor of 13 ng (vs lab normal range >11) or failed attempts of intravenous cannula placement used for sample ? i am 50, with cfs.

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Can a diagnosis of lupus sle be given if all blood tests (crp, rheumatoid factor and full blood count) are within normal ranges?

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Rheumatoid factor just out of range at 20.2. normal esr, ana. bilateral hip pain, chest, and roaming pains in other joints, never swelling. is it ra?

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Since april. dx as episcleritis, scleritis, or uveitis.not responded to nsaids(oral or drops) or steroids(oral or topical) ft4,tsh,sed rate, ana(twice)rheumatoid factor,hla-b27,vdrl,lyme,hsv,rpr,tb all in normal range,crp elevated?

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