The Systemic Inflammatory Response

Overview

It is really important to understand blood tests that reveal a systemic inflammatory response. They can help you determine if the arthritis is caused by a degenerative process or an inflammatory one. This module is a good starting place.

Learning Objectives

After completing this module, the participant will demonstrate the ability to:

  • Answer the following question: What four common serologic abnormalities reveal a chronic “inflammatory picture”?

Contributors

  • Andrew Thompson
    MD, MHPE, FRCPC (Rheumatologist)