Collection Method
CI05.15.01
Kit Requirements
SST Serum
Turn Around Time
5 business days Turnaround times are estimates
Description
Rheumatoid factors are proteins produced by your immune system that can attack healthy tissue in your body. Healthy individuals normally do not produce rheumatoid factor, so its presence in your blood can indicate that you have an autoimmune disease such as rheumatoid arthritis.
NutriPATH offer a Rheumatoid Factor test which is used as a diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis. Physicians will order this test to check the presence of this protein to determine whether there is an autoimmune condition.
Analytes
- Rheumatoid Factor (RF)
Test Method
Automated chemistry
Common Conditions
Other Health Conditions- Bumps under the skin (Nodules)
- Fatigue
- Morning stiffness
- Swollen joints
Nutritional and Dietary Symptoms- Weight loss
Notice To Patients
NutriPATH practices in the usual practitioner-referral system for pathology laboratories. Patients are highly recommended to seek the supervision and guidance of a qualified healthcare practitioner for the interpretation of any lab results and associated information. NutriPATH can offer assistance in locating a suitable practitioner.
How it works
Step 1
Order test
Your referring practitioner will place this order via their online portal.
Step 2
Collect Samples
A test kit will be dispatched to you and you can conveniently collect your sample in the comfort of your home.
Step 3
Return Samples
Return samples for analysis via the provided courier packaging.
Patient resources
Our highly skilled and qualified team have created a service where patients can easily gain access to a wide range of pathology testing options.
Practitioner resources
As a leader in the industry, practitioners are able to trust in our ability to provide them with the technology they need to adequately test their clients and patients.
