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JRA - Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis


Diagnosis & Tests

How is the disease diagnosed?

Diagnosis of JRA begins with a medical history and physical exam. The healthcare provider may order tests, including:

  • antibody titer and other blood tests
  • joint aspiration, in which a thin needle is used to get a sample of joint fluid for study in the lab
  • joint X-rays

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