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What it measures
The Rheumatoid Factor (RA Factor) test measures the level of RA factor, an antibody present in most people with rheumatoid arthritis. It helps in diagnosing rheumatoid arthritis and distinguishing it from other forms of arthritis.





| 1 | Diagnosing RA : The RF test is used to identify RA, a disease characterised by joint pain and swelling. While RF antibodies in the blood can indicate RA, a high RF level is not definitive of the disease, and some RA patients might have low RF levels. |
| 2 | Early Detection : It can sometimes identify RA before symptoms are evident, allowing for early treatment that may help reduce the disease’s severity. |
| 3 | Assessing Disease Severity : This test provides insights into the severity of RA, with high RF levels often indicating a more severe disease, accompanied by greater joint damage and complications. |
| 4 | Guiding Treatment : The RF test alone is not used to track treatment progress but helps doctors select appropriate therapies. Patients with elevated RF levels before treatment may not respond as well to TNF-alpha inhibitors. |
| 5 | Diagnosing Other Conditions : Besides RA, the RF test is helpful in diagnosing other autoimmune disorders, such as Sjögren’s Syndrome (dry mouth and eyes), juvenile idiopathic arthritis (in children), lupus (multi-organ involvement), scleroderma (skin and connective tissue hardening), and mixed connective tissue disease (features of several autoimmune disorders). It can also be useful in diagnosing chronic infections like hepatitis C, tuberculosis, and infective endocarditis. |
| Price | The Rheumatoid Factor (RA) Quantitative Test price is ₹ 560. |
| Also Known As | Rheumatoid arthritis, Rheumatoid Factor (RA test), Autoimmune Test. |
| Purpose | To measure rheumatoid factor autoantibody levels in blood. |
| Pre-test Information | Fasting is not required for a Rheumatoid Factor (RA) Quantitative Test. |
| Report Delivery | Get reports as soon as they are ready. |
| Frequency | As prescribed by your doctor. |
| Home Testing | Yes, home blood sample collection in 60 minutes from booking. |
| Sample Required | A blood sample is required for a Rheumatoid Factor (RA) Quantitative Test |