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My blood test for rfigm was 176 the normal range is 0-25. would this indicate a positive ra result?

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Dr. Larry Greenbaum answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine - rheumatology

Yes: False positives sometimes occur, but those are usually not this high. The blood test doesn't equal a diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis all by itself, but if you have painful, stiff, swollen joints, that is the most likely diagnosis. See a rheumatologist - the sooner the better.

Dr Mandelin agreed

Answered 3/28/2015

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A member asked:

My blood test for rfigm was 176 the normal range is 0-25. would this indicate a positive ra result?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Larry Greenbaum answered

Dr Mandelin agreed

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