Rheumatoid Arthritis Test

Rheumatoid Arthritis is a common disease characterised by the inflammation of the joints causing pain, swelling and stiffness.

Our Rheumatoid Arthritis Test checks for levels of CPA and RF. The presence of both of these is 99.9% diagnostic of Rheumatoid Arthritis, up to five years before symptoms appear.

Early diagnosis using our Rheumatoid Arthritis Test can help you and your healthcare professionals prepare for the onset of this disease.

Our test requires a pin-prink blood sample taken safely and painlessly with the included tool. You then send your sample to our laboratory in a pre-paid envelope and your confidential results are returned within 10 working days.

£61.23

1 per pack

(Code: 4007)

What is Rheumatoid Arthritis?

Rheumatoid Arthritis is a common autoimmune disease and is characterised by the inflammation of the joints causing pain, swelling and stiffness.
While it is more common in women over 40 years of age, it can affect anyone at any age, including children.
The exact causes of Rheumatoid Arthritis are still unknown but the disease can be triggered by general illnesses and severe emotional or physical trauma.
It usually first noticed in peripheral joints such as the fingers, wrists and ankles, but can affect any joint.

Why test?

With the availability of sophisticated therapies and drugs, it is important to diagnose and treat the disease early to avoid long-term damage.

How does the test work?

A positive CPA + RF is 99.9% diagnostic of Rheumatoid Arthritis, which can be detected up to five years before symptoms appear making early treatment more effective by avoiding the worst effects.

Treatment

Unfortunately there is currently no treatment for Rheumatoid Arthritis however, if your results are positive you should discuss your results with your GP who can, if necessary, prescribe drugs or therapies that can be successful in:
* Reducing inflammation, pain, and stiffness in affected joints.
* Preventing or limiting the amount of joint damage.

Sample requirements & test turnaround

A pin-prick blood sample is required. Results are available within 10 working days.

Joint Ace Gel 75ml

Jointace® Gel is a unique massage gel for healthy joints and muscles, combining the beneficial properties of glucosamine and chondroitin, with aroma-therapeutic essential oils including Ginger, Lavender, Eucalyptus and Clove Bud.

■Unique gel combination
■Soluble Glucosamine and Chondroitin
■Aromatic essential oils
■Menthol
■Lipophilic formula

Ex:03/2012

SPECIAL OFFER - REDUCED PRICE.

£8.67 £6.80

1x 75ml tube per pack

(Code: 5069)

Unique Aroma-ActiveTM massage gel for muscles and joints

Jointace® Gel’s unique formula represents a major advance in gels designed to help sports people and maintain general joint health, as it combines the benefits of soluble glucosamine and chondroitin in a lipophilic formula with aroma active essential oils and menthol.

Joint Ace Gluco & Chond 30's

Jointace® Chondroitin & Glucosamine tablets are a new advanced supplement for healthy joints and muscles, combining the special joint maintaining ingredients of many popular products in a single tablet. Jointace® Chondroitin & Glucosamine tablets provide a truly comprehensive solution for joint health, combining high strenght glucosamine, chondroitin, ginger extract and vitamin C

Ex: 04/2012

SPECIAL OFFER - REDUCED PRICE.

£9.96 £7.90

1x 30 tablets per pack

(Code: 5072)

The combination represents a major advance in supplements designed to help sports people and maintain joint health, and gives unbeatable value by providing more than just glucosamine sulphate alone.
Glucosamine sulphate is of course an important nutrient for the maintenance of joint health, as the body's ability to manufacture it naturally appears to decline with age. But while glucosamine sulphate plays an important role in the production of collagen, the natural cushion in cartilage, it is only one factor in joint health.
Chondroitin is also included in the formulation, as it works synergistically with the glucosamine to help support the renewal and repair of cartilage, and maintain the lubricating properties of fluids around the joints. Jointace® contains a special high quality LMW (Low molecular weight ) form of chondroitin.
USP Purity Standard - The Glucosamine sulphate and chondroitin sulphate used in Jointace® conform to USP ( United States Pharmacopeia) purity standards.
Jointace® Chondroitin & Glucosamine tablets also provide Ginger, an extract often used in joint health, together with vitamin C, an antioxidant and co-factor which may play a role in the production of collagen.

Jointace® Chondroitin & Glucosamine tablets have been formulated using scientific research from the latest international trials and are produced to the highest pharmaceutical standards of quality control. The formulation is 100% drug free and can be taken alongside anti-inflammatory drugs and NSAIDs (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs) if desired.

Always read the product directions before use. Do not exceed the recommended intake. As with other food supplements seek professional advice before using if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or suffer from food allergies, and consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have an underlying medical condition (e.g. diabetes, epilepsy, hyperthyroidism), or if on medication. Vitamin supplements are not intended to treat or prevent any disease. Food supplements must not replace a balanced and varied diet, and a healthy lifestyle.

Joint Ace Gluco & Chond 90's

Jointace® Chondroitin & Glucosamine tablets are a new advanced supplement for healthy joints and muscles, combining the special joint maintaining ingredients of many popular products in a single tablet. Jointace® Chondroitin & Glucosamine tablets provide a truly comprehensive solution for joint health, combining high strenght glucosamine, chondroitin, ginger extract and vitamin C.

SPECIAL OFFER - BUY TWO FOR £45.96
(Just add this to your basket and change the quantity to 2 items)

£25.38

1 x 90 tablets per pack

(Code: 5073)

Chondroitin is also included in the formulation, as it works synergistically with the glucosamine to help support the renewal and repair of cartilage, and maintain the lubricating properties of fluids around the joints.
The combination represents a major advance in supplements designed to help sports people and maintain joint health, and gives unbeatable value by providing more than just glucosamine sulphate alone.
Glucosamine sulphate is of course an important nutrient for the maintenance of joint health, as the body's ability to manufacture it naturally appears to decline with age. But while glucosamine sulphate plays an important role in the production of collagen, the natural cushion in cartilage, it is only one factor in joint health.
Jointace® contains a special high quality LMW (Low molecular weight ) form of chondroitin.
USP Purity Standard - The Glucosamine sulphate and chondroitin sulphate used in Jointace® conform to USP ( United States Pharmacopeia) purity standards.
Jointace® Chondroitin & Glucosamine tablets also provide Ginger, an extract often used in joint health, together with vitamin C, an antioxidant and co-factor which may play a role in the production of collagen.

Jointace® Chondroitin & Glucosamine tablets have been formulated using scientific research from the latest international trials and are produced to the highest pharmaceutical standards of quality control. The formulation is 100% drug free and can be taken alongside anti-inflammatory drugs and NSAIDs (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs) if desired.

Always read the product directions before use. Do not exceed the recommended intake. As with other food supplements seek professional advice before using if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or suffer from food allergies, and consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have an underlying medical condition (e.g. diabetes, epilepsy, hyperthyroidism), or if on medication. Vitamin supplements are not intended to treat or prevent any disease. Food supplements must not replace a balanced and varied diet, and a healthy lifestyle.

Joint Ace Gluco & Omega - 30's

Jointace® Chondroitin & Glucosamine tablets are a new advanced supplement for healthy joints and muscles, combining the special joint maintaining ingredients of many popular products in a single tablet. Jointace® Chondroitin & Glucosamine tablets provide a truly comprehensive solution for joint health, combining high strenght glucosamine, chondroitin, ginger extract and vitamin C.

Ex: 06/2012

SPECIAL OFFER - REDUCED PRICE.

£8.12 £7.90

1 x 30 Capsules per pack

(Code: 5070)

The combination represents a major advance in supplements designed to help sports people and maintain joint health, and gives unbeatable value by providing more than just glucosamine sulphate. The body's ability to manufacture glucosamine naturally appears to decline with age, but while glucosamine sulphate plays an effective role in the production of collagen, the natural cushion in cartilage, it is only one factor in joint health. USP Purity Standard - The Glucosamine sulphate and chondroitin sulphate used in Jointace® conform to USP ( United States Pharmacopeia) purity standards.

With omega-3 fatty acids for powerful joint support

Jointace® contains nutrients, which may be beneficial in joint and cartilage health, such as omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3 fish oil is a rich source of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), essential fatty acids which play a role in the metabolism of prostaglandins which are important facts in joint health.

Always read the product directions before use. Do not exceed the recommended intake. As with other food supplements seek professional advice before using if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or suffer from food allergies, and consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have an underlying medical condition (e.g. diabetes, epilepsy, hyperthyroidism), or if on medication. Vitamin supplements are not intended to treat or prevent any disease. Food supplements must not replace a balanced and varied diet, and a healthy lifestyle.

Your Guide to Arthritis

If you have arthritis, or are close to someone who does, it is likely that you may have many unanswered questions, worries and concerns. You may feel as if you are losing control over what is happening and are left needing vital reassurance and support.

£15.31

1 per pack

(Code: 7018)

Helping you when you need it the most

The Royal Society of Medicine brings you this indispensable book that provides:
*all the information you need about arthritis
*invaluable advice to help you make informed decisions
*support throughout the illness - every step of the way

Author

Dr Michael Snaith is Consultant Rheumatologist at Amber Valley Primary Care Trust, Heanor & Ripley Hospital and Derbyshire Royal Infirmary and is an internationally recognized authority on arthritis. He is also a member of British Society for Rheumatology, and is Honorary Senior Lecturer at Sheffield University.