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If ana is negative do i need ana profile hve joint pain on weight bearing rheumatologist hve noanswer tsh nuclear bone scan normal no swelling in join?
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Use of test: The ANA has very limited use as a screening test. Nuclear scans are helpful in distinguishing inflammatory conditions (lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, myositis, etc.) versus non-inflammatory conditions. Pain with weight bearing and the lack of swelling suggest a mechanical cause. X-rays, MRI, and other tests may be more helpful than blood tests.
Answered 2/28/2016
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