Blood test for diagnosing rheumatoid arthritis
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Immune system & allergy, Skin clinical trials.
This study looks at a new blood test that might help doctors diagnose rheumatoid arthritis, especially for people who don't have the usual markers in their blood. It could help more people get the right diagnosis earlier.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You have been diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis by a doctor using standard criteria.
- You do not have other autoimmune diseases like lupus or Sjögren's syndrome.
- You do not have a chronic infection or cancer.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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