Blood Test for Joint Pain
May 7, 2026
Blood Test for Joint Pain
A blood test for joint pain investigates the underlying causes of joint inflammation and damage—including rheumatoid arthritis (autoimmune), gout (uric acid), lupus and other connective tissue diseases, infection, and general inflammation—helping your doctor distinguish between types of joint problems and determine the best treatment approach.
At Blood Test London, our joint pain investigation panel costs from £295 with results in 2-3 days. A doctor always reviews every result.
What Causes Joint Pain?
Inflammatory Arthritis (Autoimmune)
Rheumatoid arthritis
Psoriatic arthritis
Ankylosing spondylitis
Lupus
Crystal Arthritis
Gout (uric acid crystals)
Pseudogout (calcium crystals)
Other Causes
Osteoarthritis (wear and tear—limited blood findings)
Infection (septic arthritis)
Reactive arthritis
What Our Joint Pain Panel Tests
Inflammation Markers
CRP (C-reactive protein)
ESR (erythrocyte sedimentation rate)
Autoimmune Markers
Rheumatoid factor (RF)
Anti-CCP antibodies (more specific for RA)
ANA (antinuclear antibodies)
Gout Investigation
Uric acid
Supporting Tests
Full blood count
Kidney function (affects uric acid)
Liver function
Understanding Results
Finding | May Suggest |
|---|---|
Positive RF + Anti-CCP | Rheumatoid arthritis |
High uric acid + inflammation | Gout |
Positive ANA | Lupus or other CTD |
High CRP/ESR, negative autoimmune | Infection or other |
All normal | Osteoarthritis, mechanical |
Our Joint Pain Testing Options
Basic Joint Pain Panel - £295
CRP, ESR
Rheumatoid factor
Uric acid
Full blood count
Doctor review
Comprehensive Arthritis Panel - £395
All above plus:
Anti-CCP antibodies
ANA
Kidney function
Detailed interpretation
Full Autoimmune Screen - £495
Complete panel
Extended autoimmune markers
HLA-B27 (if indicated)
Extended consultation
Book Your Test
Price: From £295
Results: 2-3 days
Doctor review: A doctor always reviews every result
Book via WhatsApp | Phone: 020 3951 3429
Blood Test London by The Wellness. Joint pain investigation from £295. A doctor always reviews every result.