Question 215 · LEK · Rheumatoid arthritis
In a 20-year-old female patient typical symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis were found. The symptoms started 6 months ago. Which laboratory tests should be performed to confirm the diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis?
- A. uric acid concentration, ESR.
- B. rheumatoid factor and uric acid concentration.
- C. rheumatoid factor and anti-CCP antibody.
- D. ANA and CRP.
- E. CRP, ESR.
Hint
Choose the pair of serological markers that are part of the ACR/EULAR 2010 classification criteria for this disease.
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