Blood protein levels and joint ultrasound in rheumatoid arthritis
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Immune system & allergy clinical trials.
This study looks at whether a protein called isthmin-1 in your blood can show how active your rheumatoid arthritis is. It compares this protein level with ultrasound images of your joints to see if it could help monitor the disease.
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Who can take part
- You must be 18 years or older.
- You must have a confirmed diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis based on standard medical criteria.
- You cannot have other autoimmune diseases, active infections, cancer, or diabetes.
- You cannot have had recent hand surgery, injury, or any condition that changes how your hands work.
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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