Arthritis Panel 1 Test – Comprehensive Autoimmune Screening
Understanding the Arthritis Panel 1 Test
The Arthritis Panel 1 Test represents a cutting-edge diagnostic approach to evaluating autoimmune and inflammatory joint conditions. This comprehensive screening combines multiple laboratory analyses to provide healthcare providers with essential information about your immune system’s activity and inflammatory status. By examining key biomarkers associated with various arthritic conditions, this panel helps identify potential autoimmune disorders early, enabling timely intervention and personalized treatment strategies.
What This Test Measures and Detects
Our Arthritis Panel 1 Test evaluates six critical components that provide valuable insights into your joint health and immune function:
- Complete Blood Count (CBC): Assesses overall blood health and detects anemia, which commonly accompanies inflammatory arthritis
- C-Reactive Protein (CRP): Measures systemic inflammation levels, indicating active inflammatory processes
- Rheumatoid Factor (RA Factor): Identifies antibodies associated with rheumatoid arthritis and other autoimmune conditions
- Anti-Nuclear Antibody (ANA): Screens for antibodies that target the body’s own cells, indicating potential autoimmune disorders
- Anti-Streptolysin O (ASO): Detects recent streptococcal infections that can trigger reactive arthritis
- Uric Acid: Measures levels that, when elevated, may indicate gout or other crystal-induced arthritis
Who Should Consider This Test?
This comprehensive screening is particularly valuable for individuals experiencing:
- Persistent joint pain, swelling, or stiffness lasting more than six weeks
- Morning stiffness that improves with movement
- Unexplained fatigue, fever, or weight loss
- Family history of autoimmune or inflammatory arthritis
- Multiple joint involvement or migratory joint pain
- Skin rashes, mouth ulcers, or eye inflammation accompanying joint symptoms
- Recent streptococcal infection with subsequent joint complaints
Clinical Benefits of Early Detection
Early identification of autoimmune and inflammatory joint conditions offers significant advantages:
- Timely Intervention: Early diagnosis allows for prompt treatment initiation, potentially preventing joint damage
- Personalized Treatment: Specific biomarker patterns guide targeted therapy selection
- Disease Monitoring: Baseline values help track treatment effectiveness over time
- Comprehensive Assessment: Multiple biomarker evaluation provides a holistic view of inflammatory status
- Differential Diagnosis: Helps distinguish between various types of arthritis and autoimmune conditions
Understanding Your Test Results
Your Arthritis Panel 1 results will provide valuable information about your inflammatory and autoimmune status:
Interpretation Guidelines
- Normal Results: All biomarkers within reference ranges suggest low likelihood of active inflammatory arthritis
- Elevated CRP: Indicates systemic inflammation that may require further investigation
- Positive RA Factor: Suggests possible rheumatoid arthritis, though not diagnostic alone
- Positive ANA: May indicate autoimmune conditions like lupus, requiring additional testing
- Elevated Uric Acid: Could suggest gout or increased risk of crystal-induced arthritis
- Abnormal ASO: May indicate recent streptococcal infection with potential for reactive arthritis
Important Note: Always discuss your results with a qualified healthcare provider who can interpret them in the context of your complete medical history and physical examination.
Test Pricing and Availability
| Price Type | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Discount Price | $88 |
| Regular Price | $150 |
Nationwide Accessibility
We proudly serve patients across the United States with convenient locations in all major metropolitan areas including New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Houston, Phoenix, Philadelphia, San Antonio, San Diego, Dallas, San Jose, and many more. Our state-of-the-art facilities ensure consistent, high-quality testing standards nationwide.
Take Control of Your Joint Health Today
Don’t let unexplained joint symptoms compromise your quality of life. Our Arthritis Panel 1 Test provides comprehensive insights into your inflammatory and autoimmune status, empowering you and your healthcare provider to make informed decisions about your health. With same-day results and expert analysis, you’ll receive the clarity you need to move forward with confidence.
Ready to schedule your test? Contact us today at +1(267) 388-9828 or book your appointment online. Our knowledgeable staff is available to answer your questions and help you take the first step toward better joint health.
Note: Overnight fasting is preferred before your test. Sample collection occurs daily by 9:00 AM with same-day reporting available.
