RA Test,RA Latex, RA Factor,these three tests are the same things?

Question

I am a student who is studying lab program. thank you for your help.

Answer 1

The tests test for the same thing but they may use different test methods. RA latex is a qualitative test. (positive or negative). You can do an RA test using the ra latex method or do a serum test that will quantitate the amount of ra antibodies present.

Answer 2

Yes, but please keep in mind that it's neither sensitive nor specific for R.A.