ACR score
ACR Score
The ACR Score (pronounced: A-C-R Score), also known as the American College of Rheumatology Score, is a clinical tool used to measure the severity and progression of rheumatoid arthritis (RA).
Etymology
The term "ACR Score" is derived from the American College of Rheumatology (ACR), the professional organization that developed this scoring system.
Definition
The ACR Score is a composite score that includes measures of inflammation, physical function, and the number of tender and swollen joints. It is used to assess the severity of rheumatoid arthritis and monitor its progression over time.
Components
The ACR Score is composed of three main components:
- Inflammation: This is measured using blood tests that assess the level of inflammation in the body, such as the C-reactive protein (CRP) test and the erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) test.
- Physical function: This is assessed using the Health Assessment Questionnaire (HAQ), which measures the patient's ability to perform daily activities.
- Joint count: This includes the number of tender and swollen joints, as assessed by a physical examination.
Related Terms
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- C-reactive protein
- Erythrocyte sedimentation rate
- Health Assessment Questionnaire
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on ACR score
- Wikipedia's article - ACR score
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