Rheumatoid Factor Arthritis test performed via pin-prick capillary blood (no phlebotomy needed!)
 
Approximately 1% of adults has Rheumatoid Arthritis. A debilitating condition which many are not aware of, while there is no cure, treatments are available to help manage and control this condition. 
Rheumatoid Arthtitis

Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is a common autoimmune disease and is characterised by the inflammation of the joints causing pain, swelling and stiffness. Whilst it is more common in women over 40 years of age, it can affect anyone at any age, including children. The exact causes of Rheumatoid Arthritis are still unknown but the disease can be triggered by general illnesses and severe emotional or physical trauma in individuals with a genetic predisposition to the disease. It usually first noticed in peripheral joints such as the fingers, wrists and ankles, but can affect any joint.

Symptoms
The symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis often tend to come and go and you will experien