Raised anti-CCP levels, doc wants to check vitamin D. Why?

[laceymolloy97]

So I've been feeling incredibly tired and wiped out recently, and had a few mild joint pains. When I mentioned it to my GP she said it's worth checking RF, ESR, ANA and anti-CCP. Everything was normal except the anti-CCP which was raised.

My GP has advised I have it checked again in a month and also to check my Vitamin D levels. Why is this?

Worth noting I was diagnosed with a Vitamin D deficiency in April which has been since treated. Do you think its possible that he's just testing my level to see if I'm no longer deficient and it has nothing to do with the anti-ccp at all or are they related?

Thank you for your help!

[arthritis_action Partner]

Hi laceymolloy97 Thanks for your post. Although we cannot make any recommendations, as everyone is different, we do suggest that you ask your GP for details regarding the check up's you are receiving. Keep us posted. Katie, Arthritis Action Communications Intern