Rheumatoid Factor Test Positive - what does it mean? | Comprehensive Guide to Autoimmune Disorders

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  • @rachelschultz6472
    @rachelschultz6472 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I would love for a doctor to spend time with me, every appointment. Not just the first appointment when they are getting your H&P.

    • @rheumatologistoncall
      @rheumatologistoncall  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I do that all the time, my appointments are long every time

    • @janisripple754
      @janisripple754 29 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Where are you located?
      Do you have other Expert contacts In other locations-I live in Michigan Close to Beaumont-now Corwell Health. I appreciate your time knowledge and Kindness ( hurting , Depression that have evolved over a woman life time- many times ignored mistaken -It’s a challenge to age healthy ❤

  • @stephanmoney7493
    @stephanmoney7493 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thans for the info.Will a arthritis test tos for a

    • @rheumatologistoncall
      @rheumatologistoncall  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you for watching my videos and supporting my educational efforts!

  • @aradhnachablal484
    @aradhnachablal484 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Does ra make eyes dry

    • @rheumatologistoncall
      @rheumatologistoncall  ปีที่แล้ว

      YESSSS!
      Please watch my video about RA
      th-cam.com/video/QqZmlhw0HBY/w-d-xo.html
      or
      th-cam.com/video/QqZmlhw0HBY/w-d-xo.html

  • @stephanmoney7493
    @stephanmoney7493 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can a arthritis test check for hla b27also?

    • @rheumatologistoncall
      @rheumatologistoncall  ปีที่แล้ว

      yes that is checked separately. I have a video in my channel about HLA B27
      Thank you for watching my videos and supporting my educational efforts!

  • @817mario
    @817mario 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi, is a RF factor of 10 considered positive?

    • @rheumatologistoncall
      @rheumatologistoncall  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Depending on the scale of the lab where you get tests done

    • @817mario
      @817mario 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@rheumatologistoncall it says reference interval 14

    • @rheumatologistoncall
      @rheumatologistoncall  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@817mario in that case it is considered negative. But as I mention here a test needs to be evaluated in the clinical context

    • @817mario
      @817mario 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@rheumatologistoncall yea your right. But than you so much for your help.

  • @thamsithamsi8151
    @thamsithamsi8151 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi, if the value is 17 it's positive are not if yes the medication is must r not

    • @rheumatologistoncall
      @rheumatologistoncall  ปีที่แล้ว

      rheumatoid factor is. a test and will not make a diagnosis without the symptoms

  • @rachelschultz6472
    @rachelschultz6472 ปีที่แล้ว

    Where are you located in Florida?

    • @rheumatologistoncall
      @rheumatologistoncall  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I see patients from Florida via telemedicine

    • @rachelschultz6472
      @rachelschultz6472 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@rheumatologistoncall do you accept insurance; or have to pay out of pocket?

    • @rheumatologistoncall
      @rheumatologistoncall  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@rachelschultz6472 please check my website for details
      rheumatologistoncall.com

    • @rachelschultz6472
      @rachelschultz6472 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@rheumatologistoncall I was diagnosed with SLE and my ANA is negative. I also was diagnosed with RA.

    • @aprilwille6905
      @aprilwille6905 ปีที่แล้ว

      I am on 5mg of Prednisone due to a diagnosis of mixed connective disease years ago. I tried dmards, but I've had bad side effects. I recently have been having terrible autoimmune symptoms so had blood work and my Rheumatoid factor igG was 28. Everything else was normal except kappa free chains and free chain ratio was elevated. Is it possible I no longer have a connective tissue disorder?😊

  • @ayeshaayesha2946
    @ayeshaayesha2946 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    My RA value=3.67
    While lab report have reference value=0-8
    This report is normal
    but I have joints pain why???

    • @rheumatologistoncall
      @rheumatologistoncall  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It's frustrating when lab results don't align with how we feel. Have you consulted with your healthcare provider about your joint pain?

    • @ayeshaayesha2946
      @ayeshaayesha2946 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@rheumatologistoncall yes he said your reports are normal you have not arthritis, hr prescribed me some medicines and 10 injections

  • @marcbalbarino2398
    @marcbalbarino2398 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Doc, is

    • @marcbalbarino2398
      @marcbalbarino2398 ปีที่แล้ว

      Coz' according to my RF results it indicated negative, but ive researched it the normal range is below 16

    • @rheumatologistoncall
      @rheumatologistoncall  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I am not sure . Different lab’s different results

    • @Jonases_20
      @Jonases_20 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@marcbalbarino2398RF ko 17. tapos naging 14 na lang. pero CRP ko before 149.4 mg/L at ESR ko 80. musta ka na

  • @JenniferPearsonJP7
    @JenniferPearsonJP7 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can you suggest how I would locate a rheumatologist who will address my issues without a positive test? I don't believe I had a rheumatoid factor test but an SS tests came back negative and was referred for a positive ANA. I've had overall muscle pain, ankle joint pain, fatigue and rashes. But the negative tests resulted in the Rheumatologist telling me there was no need for him to see me any longer. The symptoms have not gone away and he isn't interested in helping. How do I find a more proactive rheumatologist? Thanks for your wonderful videos!

    • @rheumatologistoncall
      @rheumatologistoncall  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Where are you located?

    • @oskamixiologist4089
      @oskamixiologist4089 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello

    • @oskamixiologist4089
      @oskamixiologist4089 ปีที่แล้ว

      My daughter is 15 years she just started to feel pain on the joint sometimes her eyes , skin alergy can you advice on the best test

  • @AliciaCasarez
    @AliciaCasarez ปีที่แล้ว

    How can I get a positive test and then a few years later it’s negative after treatment??? I am so confused I have all the symptoms plus lupus symptoms?

    • @rheumatologistoncall
      @rheumatologistoncall  ปีที่แล้ว

      I will post a video soon!
      Thank you for watching my videos!share it with others to help them!

    • @nannettefenn5275
      @nannettefenn5275 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      My rheumatoid factor test score was a 64. However,the specialist looked at me when the weather was warm, put me through some arm raises,palms up,palms down. She said I didn’t have it. Another doctor said I had it Now it’s winter,and I can barely walk. Is there a better test than a Rheumatoid Factor test?

  • @gamaltaher9714
    @gamaltaher9714 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks

  • @jonathanwalton9528
    @jonathanwalton9528 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    hi is a RF of 25 very high?

  • @selvamp4466
    @selvamp4466 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dr.iam 64.ihave pain in my finger joints.alsoleft foot finger.but my anti CCP,RA tests are normal
    ...is it osteoarthritis orRumatoid orthari tis?

    • @rheumatologistoncall
      @rheumatologistoncall  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for watching my channel! Share the information with others in need!

  • @pajenslove1981
    @pajenslove1981 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What are the sources of error in performing RF determination?

  • @Ayusha01
    @Ayusha01 ปีที่แล้ว

    I check the rheumatoid factor and the result is 125 IU/ml and the bio refrance say upto 18
    So what's next ?

    • @rheumatologistoncall
      @rheumatologistoncall  ปีที่แล้ว

      rheumatology evaluation.
      thank you for watching my channel!!

  • @javedsandilh6365
    @javedsandilh6365 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ra positive patient