Rheumatoid Diagnostic Criteria
- Bilateral, symmetrical poly arthritis
- Involvement / swelling of wrist, MTP or PIP joints for at least 6/52
- Rheumatoid nodules
- Rheumatoid factor in serum
- X-Ray changes typical of RA (peri articular erosions & peri articular decalcification)
- Morning stiffnessmore than60 mins & present for at least 6/52
- Swelling of at least 3 joints for at least 6/52
- Poor mucin clot formation
- Synovial histology consistent with RA
Need at least three of above to lead to diagnosis
