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I know that none of these tests are specific, but does a negative esr, crp, and rf help rule out anything?

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Dr. James Ferguson answered

These are indirect indicators of inflammation in the body. By themselves they just indicate there is no active inflammation.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 10/26/2022

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