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Prednisone for over a year along with Kevzara for last 5 months
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) | Last Active: Jun 3 11:35am | Replies (47)Comment receiving replies
Here were the tests ran by my Rhumy. Medicare covered the costs. I would have to try and go back 2 years to see what the results were. I dont remember. He also ran a PET scan which was also covered.
1.. CBC with DIFF
2. ESR
3. CRP, HS-CRP **
4. HBsAG
5. Interferon Gamma, Serum
6. Hep -B
7. Anti-Chromatin Ab, IgC (RDL)
8. CCP Antibodies IgG/IgA
9. 14-3-3 eta Protein
10. Antiphospholipid Antibody APS, APLS
11.RF test
12. ANA - antinuclear antibody
13. Aldolase - With CK, ALT, AST
14. Interleukin 2 and 6
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My rheummy, who seems very sharp, is pretty set in her idea that PMR only last about 3 years. I've had most of what you have had except the IL 2 and 6. When I first came to her, I was just coming off steroids and my system was pretty inactive. I suspect that is no longer true. I think she and I are going to clash about this. Should be interesting.