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02/19/2008 11:12
skynate
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figured i would post this so people may come aware, my doc ordered this for me but didnt know till i got the bill. hopefully this will help with social security....

http://www.autoimmune.com/FibromGen.html

Teresa
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02/19/2008 13:28
Dotti51
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Hi, I didn't know that they had a blood test for fibromyalgia. I know with me they just ruled out things by blood tests. Please let me know if I read your post wrong, I don't think I did. It would be great if they do have a blood test for fibro. Thanks for your info.

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02/19/2008 14:13
skynate
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nope didnt read it wrong,, go to the website i have posted it is all there and my doc did it.
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02/19/2008 14:37
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I read about this somewhere. It is excellent post. I think fibro is finally getting recognized.
I have dystonia, neuropathy, gerd, arthritis, and fibromyalgia, carpal tunnel and other ailments. I enjoy embroidery,music, and reading my Bible and Christian books. I love to bake. I try to be very supportive and positive.
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02/20/2008 10:01
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Very good information. I went into the Dr's part of it and see it's not completely finished testing for accuracy. Here is a clip:

Autoimmune Technologies will perform the patented Anti-Polymer Antibody Assay (APA Assay) as a service for physicians and researchers who would like to ascertain if anti-polymer antibodies are present in a patient's blood. The diagnostic utility of this information has not been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, and interested parties should read the Science Summary.

But it is so comforting to know they are WORKING on things to be able to show for sure. This should also help when applying for our SSD so they can SEE it's not all a psychological thing. Thank you for this info!!


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