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24, undiagnosed w jra-rhuematoid factor came back normal.having horrible flare/swelling/pain.would factor be normal still if tested during flare?
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Rheumatoid factor: The RA factor may be normal but painful joints can indicate the disease is present.
Answered 6/10/2014
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