RF - Rheumatoid Screening - Arthritis Test in Preston
Book a RF - Rheumatoid Screening - Arthritis test at one of our 1 partner clinic in Preston. Walk-in or same-day appointments with results in minutes. No GP referral needed.
Test Quick Facts
- Test Type
- Point of Care Test
- Sample
- Finger Prick
- Results
- 3 to 15 Minutes
- Price
- £39.00
- Clinics in Preston
- 1
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Book RF - Rheumatoid Screening - Arthritis Test in Preston
Choose from 1 partner clinic offering RF - Rheumatoid Screening - Arthritis testing in Preston. Same-day appointments available.
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RF - Rheumatoid Screening - Arthritis Test in Preston
The RF test measures Rheumatoid Factor, an immune protein (autoantibody) in your blood that mistakenly attacks healthy tissue. Elevated RF levels are strongly associated with rheumatoid arthritis and other autoimmune disorders. The test helps diagnose the condition, assess its severity, and guide treatment decisions. A simple blood sample is all that is needed, with no fasting required.
Who Should Get Tested?
Rheumatoid arthritis affects 0.5 to 1% of adults in the UK. You should consider an RF test if you experience chronic joint pain, swelling, or stiffness (especially in the wrists, hands, and feet), morning stiffness lasting more than 30 minutes, persistent fatigue with mild fevers, loss of appetite, or firm lumps under the skin (rheumatoid nodules). RF testing also helps diagnose other autoimmune conditions such as Sjogren's syndrome and lupus, and can detect inflammation linked to chronic infections like hepatitis C.
Understanding Your Results
| RF Level | Status |
|---|---|
| Below 14 IU/mL | Normal no significant rheumatoid factor detected. |
| 14 to 60 IU/mL | Elevated may indicate early-stage rheumatoid arthritis or another autoimmune condition. Further testing recommended. |
| Above 60 IU/mL | High strongly associated with rheumatoid arthritis. Specialist referral advised for diagnosis and treatment planning. |
A positive RF result does not confirm rheumatoid arthritis on its own, as other conditions can raise RF levels. Your clinic team will interpret your result alongside your symptoms and may recommend additional tests such as anti-CCP antibodies.
If you live or work in the Preston area, our partner clinic offers fast, accurate RF - Rheumatoid Screening - Arthritis testing with no appointment delays and no GP referral needed. For a detailed guide on RF - Rheumatoid Screening - Arthritis testing, symptoms, and what your results mean, visit our RF - Rheumatoid Screening - Arthritis testing page.
What to Expect
The RF - Rheumatoid Screening - Arthritis test is a simple point-of-care blood test that takes just a few minutes from start to finish. Here is how it works at our Preston clinic:
Arrive & Register
Walk in or arrive at your booked time. No GP referral or preparation needed.
Quick Finger Prick
A small blood sample is taken from your fingertip. The process is quick and virtually painless.
Results in Minutes
Your sample is analysed on site. You leave with your results and a clear explanation of what they mean.
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