Rheumatoid Factor Blood Test

Experiencing joint pain, stiffness, or swelling? This test measures rheumatoid factor (RF), an antibody that can indicate autoimmune conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis.

  • Doctor reviewed
Sample
Blood
Collection
In-store clinic or home nurse visit or venous draw at clinic
Results in
3 days
Biomarkers
1
Doctor reviewed
Yes
Tests for
  • Rheumatoid Factor Turbidimetry

Test specifications

Provider
Medichecks
Sample type
blood
Collection method
in-store clinic or home nurse visit or venous draw at clinic
Turnaround time
3 days
Biomarkers tested
1
At-home test
No
Doctor reviewed
Yes
Gender focus
Both

What's tested

1 biomarker as listed by Medichecks.

Autoimmunity

  • Rheumatoid Factor Turbidimetry

About this test

Experiencing joint pain, stiffness, or swelling? This test measures rheumatoid factor (RF), an antibody that can indicate autoimmune conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis. While rheumatoid factor is commonly elevated in rheumatoid arthritis, it can also be present in other inflammatory or autoimmune disorders.

Description provided by Medichecks.

Our editorial score

Compare Health Test Score
Editorial confidence: 10.0/10

Score breakdown

  • Clarity and documentation 8.0/10

    The listing publishes a short description, the full biomarker list, a stated turnaround, clear collection options, the sample type; it does not state what the report looks like.

  • Clinical depth 6.4/10

    1 biomarkers, placing it in the 32nd percentile of inflammation tests we track.

  • Collection convenience 5.0/10

    Requires a venous draw at a clinic; a home nurse visit is offered; results within 5 days.

  • Results and follow-up 8.5/10

    Results are reviewed by a doctor.

  • Trust signals 9.5/10

    Trustpilot 4.5 from 2,477 reviews; accredited lab (UKAS ISO 15189 partner labs); doctor review as standard; trading 25+ years.

  • Value for money 8.2/10

    £59.00 against a median of £89.00 for the 26 similarly sized inflammation tests we track (-34%).

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