The sensitivity and simplicity of an ANA test makes it extremely popular initial test to evaluate for lupus.
Speciality: MSK Rheumatology
Back Pain: Suspected Ankylosing Spondylitis & Spondyloarthritis (MSK Rheumatology)
Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS) is a rheumatic disease that causes arthritis of the spine and sacroiliac joints.
Connective Tissue Disease (MSK Rheumatology)
Connective Tissue Disease (CTDs) is any disease that targets the connective tissues within the body.
Giant Cell Arteritis / Temporal Arteritis (MSK Rheumatology)
Giant cell arteritis (GCA) is a large vessel vasculitis that affects 2.2 per 10,000 people each year in the UK
Gout (MSK Rheumatology)
Gout is the most common form of inflammatory arthritis.
MSK Rheumatology Homepage
Inflammatory causes of MSK pain - referral guidelines
Psoriatic Arthritis (MSK Rheumatology)
Psoriatic Arthritis can cause progressive joint damage and loss of function.
Rheumatology – Early Arthritis Clinic
Early Arthritis Clinic allows rapid access to Rheumatology services for assessment of patients with painful, stiff or swollen joints which may represent the onset of rheumatoid arthritis.