Private Blood Tests · Joints & Inflammation · Sutton Coldfield

Investigating joint pain and inflammation

A focused serological workup for inflammatory arthritis — anti-CCP antibodies, rheumatoid factor, ESR and urate in a single blood draw, so a clinician can help interpret your joint symptoms. £158 · clinician-reviewed results · CQC-regulated.

Open 7 days · 8am–8pm · same-week appointments
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4core markers checked
Promptclinician-reviewed results
7 daysa week, 8am–8pm
£158no referral needed
✓ CQC Regulated
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✓ Randox accredited laboratory
✓ Same-week appointments
Who it's for

If your joints are telling you something

Inflammatory arthritis and gout need serological confirmation alongside clinical assessment. This focused panel is a sensible first step — and is most useful interpreted by a clinician alongside your symptoms.

New inflammatory joint pain

Morning stiffness lasting over 30 minutes, with small-joint or symmetrical involvement.

Known rheumatoid arthritis

You have a diagnosis and want markers to help monitor disease activity.

Family history of RA

A family history of rheumatoid arthritis alongside new joint symptoms.

Suspected gout

Recurrent painful, swollen joints where raised urate may be relevant.

Before specialist referral

You want an initial serological workup before seeing a rheumatologist.

Tracking inflammation

You want a marker of inflammatory activity (ESR) alongside autoimmune markers.

£158 · 4 markers · prompt results

No referral needed · open 7 days · free on-site parking

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What we check

Four core markers for inflammatory arthritis

This panel measures the four markers most used in the initial workup of inflammatory joint disease. Here is what each can tell you.

Anti-CCP antibodies

Highly specific (over 95%) for rheumatoid arthritis and often positive early in the disease.

1 marker

Rheumatoid factor

An antibody raised in rheumatoid arthritis and some other inflammatory and autoimmune conditions.

1 marker

ESR

Erythrocyte sedimentation rate reflects general inflammation and disease activity over time.

1 marker

Urate

Uric acid (urate) is assessed alongside symptoms when gout is suspected.

1 marker
See all 4 markers in this panel

Autoimmune markers

Anti-CCP AntibodiesRheumatoid Factor

Inflammation

Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate

Crystal arthropathy

Uric Acid

Focused rheumatology panel measuring anti-CCP antibodies (the most specific serological marker for rheumatoid arthritis), erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR), rheumatoid factor (RF) and urate. This is a screening investigation and does not replace a clinical diagnosis — every result is reviewed by a clinician.

How it works

Three simple steps

Book online

Choose a time that suits you in under a minute. No referral needed — pay online or in clinic. Same-week and weekend slots available.

5-minute blood draw

Visit our Sutton Coldfield clinic for a quick, comfortable blood draw with one of our friendly clinical team. Free on-site parking.

Clinician-reviewed results

Your results are shared promptly once ready, reviewed by a clinician who explains what they mean and any sensible next steps.

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Unit 3, The Courtyard, Sutton Coldfield B75 7BU · Open 7 days 8am–8pm

Compare panels

How it compares to our other tests

Not sure which test is right for you? Here's how this test sits alongside our other related panels.

Comparison Table
PanelDepthBest forPrice
Rheumatology4 markersInflammatory arthritis & gout£158
Rheumatology Extended6 markersAdds ANA for connective tissue disease£218
Muscle & RheumatologyExtendedMuscle and joint symptoms£189
Standard ScreenComprehensiveA fuller general health check£192

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Frequently asked questions

Your questions, answered

What does the Rheumatology blood test include?
It measures four markers: anti-CCP antibodies (the most specific marker for rheumatoid arthritis), rheumatoid factor, ESR (a measure of inflammation) and urate (relevant to gout). A clinician interprets the results alongside your joint symptoms.
Will this test diagnose rheumatoid arthritis or gout?
It provides the core serological workup, but diagnosis is made by a clinician combining these results with your symptoms and examination. A clinician reviews every panel and advises on whether specialist referral is appropriate.
How long do results take?
We process your sample promptly and contact you as soon as your clinician-reviewed results are ready — turnaround varies by test. Every result is reviewed by a clinician.
Do I need a GP referral?
No referral is needed. You can book directly online or by calling 0121 387 3727. Same-week appointments are available 7 days a week, 8am to 8pm.
What happens if a result comes back abnormal?
A clinician reviews every panel before it is released. If a marker is outside the normal range we explain what it means in plain English and recommend sensible next steps, which may include a repeat test or rheumatology referral. This test is a screening investigation and is not a substitute for a clinical diagnosis.
Can I claim this on private health insurance?
Self-funded blood tests are usually paid for directly rather than through insurance, as most insurers require a referral first. Call us on 0121 387 3727 and our team will advise on the best route for your policy.

Understanding your Rheumatology results

Each result in your Rheumatology is reviewed by a clinician before release. Below is a plain-English guide to the key markers included in this panel.

Key Biomarkers

This panel assesses the key markers relevant to rheumatology. Each result is reviewed by a clinician who will flag any values outside the expected range for your age and sex.

Reference Ranges

Reference intervals are population-derived and should be interpreted alongside your symptoms and clinical history — a result within range does not always exclude pathology, and a mildly out-of-range result may be clinically insignificant in isolation.

Reference ranges vary between laboratories and are influenced by age, sex, and other individual factors. This information is for educational purposes only and does not replace a clinical consultation. The Vesey reviews every result before it is released to you.

Further information: Lab Tests Online UK (British Society for Clinical Biochemistry) →

Ready when you are

Get a clear read on your joint symptoms

A focused 4-marker rheumatology panel with prompt, clinician-reviewed results. The Vesey · Sutton Coldfield · open 7 days 8am–8pm.

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