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Laboratory Medicine

Test Directory / Rheumatoid Factor IgM

Rheumatoid Factor IgM

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TestRheumatoid Factor IgM
Common AbbreviationsRF
ProfileN/A
Clinical IndicationIs recommended to test in patients with suspected Rheumatoid arthritis. Please note; should not be used to monitor disease. Please see www.nice.org.uk/guidance/CG79/Chapter/recommendations for further information
Specimen TypeBlood
Sample TypeSerum/ fluid asparate also accepted
Minimum Volume5 ml
Special PrecautionsNo special requirements
Stability14 days
Turnaround Time7 days
LaboratoryHull Royal Infirmary, Anlaby Road, Hull HU3 2JZ
Reference IntervalSee Hull website
LimitationsThe assay should not be performed on grossly haemolysed or grossly lipaemic samples. Only serum samples will be accepted
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