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If esr is a non-specific measure of a possible inflammatory condition for ra. what blood tests shows if there is inflammation or if u have ra?
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Anti-CCP: It is a new test for rheumatoid arthritis that measures levels of antibodies that bind citrulline modified proteins (anti-ccp). This test is more specific and tends to be increased in patients with rheumatoid arthritis the test also predicts the tendency to develop rheumatoid arthritis. Esr levels is used to monitor how patient is responding to treatment.
Answered 12/5/2013
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See details: The CRP is a reasonable indicator but a new panel of tests known as a vectra analysis panel may be the best way.
Answered 5/7/2015
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