Table 1 Criteria for referral evaluation
From: Development of an interdisciplinary early rheumatoid arthritis care pathway
General features | Urgent rapid assessment (< 4 weeks) | Urgent assessment (1–3 months) |
|---|---|---|
Elevated anti-CCP | 3 or more features |  < 3 features |
Elevated RF | Â | or |
Elevated CRP | Â | Seronegative with joint swelling on exam |
Description of symmetrical joint pain and joint swelling on exam | Â | or |
AM stiffness > 30 min |  | Description suggestive of psoriatic arthritis (e.g., history of psoriasis) |
Symptoms > 6 weeks |  |  |
Positive family history | Â | Â |