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what does the community consider a normal SED rate for GCA/PMR?
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) | Last Active: Feb 2 9:26am | Replies (28)Comment receiving replies
I was scheduled for IL-6 test when I was first diagnosed with PMR. They requested IL-2 and IL-6. Medicare would not cover the IL-6. I dont remember the cost but it was expensive. I already knew I had PMR so I did not pursue it. I have seen on here other messages if someone has ever had the test and I have not seen one. I do not believe its an easy test to perform.
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I would add the newer biologics work on the IL-6 receptor. Studies have found that to be elevated during PMR. So obviously it is a test that may become more available as they develop newer drugs.