Rheumatology Insights
Written by Dr Animesh Singh, Consultant Rheumatologist in London, these articles provide patient-friendly explanations of joint pain, inflammatory arthritis, gout, osteoporosis, autoimmune disease, vasculitis, blood tests and rheumatology treatments. They also include selected clinical insights and patient experiences to help explain how rheumatic conditions are assessed and managed.
Please note, these posts are for general information only and do not constitute medical advice. Dr Singh would encourage you to speak to your healthcare professional to be assessed and managed for your specific symptoms.
What Does a Positive HLA-B27 Mean?
A consultant rheumatologist explains what a positive HLA-B27 blood test can mean, how it relates to inflammatory back pain, psoriasis, uveitis and IBD, and why it is not a diagnosis on its own.