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What Lab Tests Are Ordered For Fibro By Doctors. My Rheumatologist Is Retiring And He Has Never Done A Single Blood Test.

A MyFibroTeam Member asked a question 💭
Dieterich, IL
December 26, 2024
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A MyFibroTeam Member

Hi Peggy, as far as I know a blood test for fibro hasn't been approved yet, but my rheumatologist did tests (imaging and blood tests) to rule out other conditions with similar symptoms (lupus, RA and other autoimmune disorders). Hope this helps 😊.

December 26, 2024
A MyFibroTeam Member

My doctor has done the same as @A MyFibroTeam Member said.

December 26, 2024

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