A chemical-pathological study to evaluate the role of vitamin D, ESR, and RF and the prevalence of rheumatoid arthritis and its correlation with disease activity in the centers of Dhi Qar Governorate

Abstract

This study assesses the correlation between vitamin D levels, Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR), Rheumatoid Factor (RF), and the prevalence of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) in Dhi Qar Governorate, exploring their association with disease activity. Sixty individuals with RA and a control group of twenty healthy individuals were analyzed for vitamin D3, ESR, and RF levels. Results indicated significant differences between the groups, with RA patients showing higher ESR and RF levels and lower vitamin D3 levels. The study underscores the potential influence of these biomarkers on RA disease activity and suggests the necessity for further research into their roles in RA management.