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Before starting biologics, your doctor will need to conduct thorough screening tests to ensure safety with your conditions. These typically include:

- Complete blood count
- Liver enzyme tests
- Lipid tests
- Testing for infections like TB, hepatitis B and C
- Other relevant blood work

This screening process helps Show Full Answer

Before starting biologics, your doctor will need to conduct thorough screening tests to ensure safety with your conditions. These typically include:

- Complete blood count
- Liver enzyme tests
- Lipid tests
- Testing for infections like TB, hepatitis B and C
- Other relevant blood work

This screening process helps evaluate your current health status and determines if biologics are safe for you. Many myRAteam members have had success with biologics despite having multiple health conditions. The key is close monitoring by your healthcare team. While biologics can increase infection risk, they can significantly reduce RA inflammation and improve quality of life when other treatments haven't provided adequate relief.

If your doctor believes the benefits outweigh the risks in your case, they will carefully monitor your response to treatment and adjust as needed. Be sure to report any new symptoms or concerns promptly to your healthcare team.

 AI-generated responses are not a substitute for medical advice. These services are not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any condition or disease. Always ask your doctor about specific health concerns.

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