Understanding the Alphabet Soup of Rheumatology Labs
Saturday, May 17, 2025
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
CE: 1.00 AAPA Category 1 CME
Diagnosing rheumatic disease can be difficult, but it is made easier by appropriately utilizing rheumatology-specific laboratory testing. As a result, laboratory tests can be important diagnostic aids when used in conjunction with a good medical history and physical exam. Additionally, using laboratory tests to monitor rheumatic disease activity and tolerability of treatments for these conditions is essential for best outcomes. Helping patients with rheumatic disease to understand the meaning of laboratory test results helps alleviate their anxiety and brings them peace of mind. This session will help participants better understand rheumatology laboratory tests commonly used in the care of patients with rheumatic disease. Concepts will be reinforced through correlation of the clinical utility of each test with the diagnosis of specific rheumatic diseases.
Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, participants should be able to:
Select appropriate laboratory tests when evaluating patients with symptoms suggesting rheumatic conditions
Interpret the results of laboratory tests used to diagnose and manage common rheumatic diseases
Evaluate the appropriate clinical applications for laboratory tests used to diagnose and manage common
