RF results 571 what does it mean?

saggyoldbagpuss
saggyoldbagpuss Member Posts: 55
edited 23. Aug 2010, 05:34 in Living with Arthritis archive
Hi

Am, new to this site and have recently had a RF blod test results 571.9 can anyone tell me what this means! I've been referred to a rheumatologist but my first vist wasn't reasuring now having more tests!

Has anyone on site had this test and what did it mean?

Many thanks
scared saggy!

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  • skezier
    skezier Member Posts: 11,333
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Hi Saggy (I can't call you that),

    welcome to the site and they are looking for ra but they need more results before they will know as bloods can fluctuate.

    How long before you have to go back to see the rumo can I ask? Will keep my fingers crossed they find out whats going on and help you soon. Nice to meet you. Cris x
  • saggyoldbagpuss
    saggyoldbagpuss Member Posts: 55
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    skezier wrote:
    Hi Saggy (I can't call you that),

    welcome to the site and they are looking for ra but they need more results before they will know as bloods can fluctuate.

    How long before you have to go back to see the rumo can I ask? Will keep my fingers crossed they find out whats going on and help you soon. Nice to meet you. Cris x

    Hi Cris

    saggy = Michele, many thanks for responding

    Im not due to go back until Mid October which im finding really difficult and the pain is sometimes unbearable! Does a high RF mean I may have RA?
  • skezier
    skezier Member Posts: 11,333
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Hi Michele,

    Its a long time to wait when your worried! It might mean that flower but it might not as bloods can fluctuate, hence the extra test they are doing. What might be a good idea is to see your gp and get some different or better help with the pain. ideally you could do with an anti inflammatory and a pain killer.

    How are you in your self cus its very frightening but I don't have ra but I do have oa and pa (pa is like its twin) and the one thing I can say is it does get better.

    Rest when you need to and be gentle on the bits that hurt but try and keep them moving and with a bit of luck your gp will come up with a tablet routine that will help you. Cris x
  • saggyoldbagpuss
    saggyoldbagpuss Member Posts: 55
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    skezier wrote:
    Hi Michele,

    Its a long time to wait when your worried! It might mean that flower but it might not as bloods can fluctuate, hence the extra test they are doing. What might be a good idea is to see your gp and get some different or better help with the pain. ideally you could do with an anti inflammatory and a pain killer.

    How are you in your self cus its very frightening but I don't have ra but I do have oa and pa (pa is like its twin) and the one thing I can say is it does get better.

    Rest when you need to and be gentle on the bits that hurt but try and keep them moving and with a bit of luck your gp will come up with a tablet routine that will help you. Cris x

    Thankyou Cris, will go back to GP this week and see if he can help until rumy app in October! wish you well honey and thanks again......
  • dreamdaisy
    dreamdaisy Member Posts: 31,520
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    I don't have the right sort of arthritis to help out on this either: have you tried googling RF factor? Whatever you read, don't get frightened by it! Sundays are a little quieter on the forums but I do hope someone will come along who can give you more information. The helpline will be open tomorrow too, I'm sure they can advise. Don't panic: you've found us, we'll see you through. DD
    Have you got the despatches? No, I always walk like this. Eddie Braben
  • skezier
    skezier Member Posts: 11,333
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Hi Michele,

    I am sure he will help and there are so many combinations so if one doesn't work another one might. Hang in there and this Lot will be here for you if you need them but please let us know how it goes.

    Hey just go in and be honest with the gp, don't play down the pain and hopefully he will tide you through to October. He might also be able to help with all the questions you must have running round your head. You look after your self and keep posting. Cris x
  • saggyoldbagpuss
    saggyoldbagpuss Member Posts: 55
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    dreamdaisy wrote:
    I don't have the right sort of arthritis to help out on this either: have you tried googling RF factor? Whatever you read, don't get frightened by it! Sundays are a little quieter on the forums but I do hope someone will come along who can give you more information. The helpline will be open tomorrow too, I'm sure they can advise. Don't panic: you've found us, we'll see you through. DD

    Thanks DD
  • rachelj
    rachelj Member Posts: 121
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Hi Saggy,

    I feel your anguish, I have been waiting over 2 months to see a Rheumatologist since I first had a high RF factor. Once I had an RF factor, they then sent me off for a cholesterol test, Full blood count, a CRP count, and 2 other tests which have escaped my brain at this moment and some xrays. So although you don't know what's going on, you don't know that its not something minor, (Think glass half empty, half full) that its not don't panic, its only a small part of the puzzle and as others have said bloods fluctuate a lot. It always amazes me how things like a simple cold can send some things off the scale.

    I am sure this lot will help you, as they have been a life line for me and my random panics, but for now, eat healthily, and take it easy.

    Rach
  • marion1952
    marion1952 Member Posts: 963
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Hi Michele

    Welcome to the Forum, but sorry that you have got such a worry at the moment.

    Do you get on OK with your GP? I think it's worth making an appointment to discuss things with him/her - perhaps he/she could phone the Rheumy's secretary and get you an earlier 2nd appointment - October is a long way away when you are in pain..


    As the other peeps have said, the Rheumatoid Factor (RF) is one piece of the jigsaw - it might mean you have RA but it might not...


    It would be worth while you keeping a diary of your symptoms. any aches/pains, tiredness, etc, so that you can show the doctor/Rheumy at your next appointment.

    Please keep posting and let us know how you get on - and feel free to ask any questions whatsoever - however simply/silly you think they might be!

    Take care

    Marion x
  • ironic
    ironic Member Posts: 2,361
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Hi, Welcome to the forum.
    I think Marion has given you some good pointers there.
    Just to say my RF is sky high, it always gets mentioned when I go for appt. over 2000 :? Saying that I am managing very well on the mild meds. In other words RF is not the main tool to idenify RA.

    Please do not feel that you are on your own. I know you are frightened and confused but things will get better.

    Keep in touch and let us know how you are getting on.

    Lv, Ix
  • dreamdaisy
    dreamdaisy Member Posts: 31,520
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Rheumatoid factor? I thought it was something to do with Roger Federer! DD
    Have you got the despatches? No, I always walk like this. Eddie Braben
  • ailsarobby
    ailsarobby Member Posts: 63
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    ooouuuu DD you are naughty.... :lol::lol: [/quote]
  • dorcas
    dorcas Member Posts: 3,516
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Hi michele....nice to meet you. :D

    you've had lots of good advice already from other peeps so I'll not repeat. :wink: just wanted to say hi :!: and don't hesitate to post.

    We have all been in the 'same boat' as you and know how isolating it feels and how scary waiting for tests results and a diagnosis are. :?
    so we will be there for you every step....

    ((((hugs))))

    Iris x

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