What does Andy mean? Andy [andy] as a name for girls has its root in Greek, and the meaning of the name Andy is manly, virile. Andy is an alternate form of Andrea (Greek): from the word andreia. Associated with: greek.
Reasons For Conducting a Scleroderma Blood Test. Tests for scleroderma become even more important as it might be mistaken for arthritis or lupus. This disease can lead to serious health conditions and thus, diagnosing the same is of crucial importance.
Your provider may do another blood test (anti-CCP antibody) to help diagnose rheumatoid arthritis. People with the following diseases may also have higher levels of rheumatoid factor: 1  Scleroderma. 2  Systemic lupus erythematosus. 3  Adult Still's disease. 4  Dermatomyositis. 5  Sarcoidosis.