Accurate use of laboratory tests in rheumatic diseases
Blotzer, J.W.
Geriatrics 39(9): 63
1984
ISSN/ISBN: 0016-867X PMID: 6205939 Document Number: 226348
Because of the obvious limitations of various tests, they are diagnostically useful only when combined with a careful history, physical examination, and knowledge of the disease under consideration. Blind allegiance to or isolated use of such tests for diagnosis is treacherous and misleading.
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