Which is the appropriate diagnosis for this patient

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Assignment:

A 76 yr old male presents to your office with complaints of joint pain and morning stiffness of the knees and hands. This has been ongoing for the last year or so but increasing for the last month which is why he decided to seek care. He has also noted a decrease in his functional ability due to the pain and stiffness. You are suspecting either osteoarthritis or Rheumatoid arthritis. What diagnostic labs/tests would you order to determine which is the appropriate diagnosis for this patient?

Reference no: EM133605999

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