Hey KrisLams.... it's a science..sometimes I wonder about junk like that too. I say, "leave it to the pros".🙂
Have a good one!
May 23
Great question! While interleukins like IL-17 and IL-23 do play a key role in driving psoriasis, directly testing their activity levels in the blood isn't a standard clinical practice. These proteins are present in very small amounts and the tests aren't routinely used in everyday care.
Instead, doctors typically use Show Full Answer
Great question! While interleukins like IL-17 and IL-23 do play a key role in driving psoriasis, directly testing their activity levels in the blood isn't a standard clinical practice. These proteins are present in very small amounts and the tests aren't routinely used in everyday care.
Instead, doctors typically use indirect markers of inflammation to monitor psoriasis activity, such as:
- C-reactive protein (CRP) — a protein the liver produces when inflammation is present
- Erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) — measures how quickly blood cells settle, indicating inflammation levels
- Complete blood count (CBC) — checks various blood cell levels that can reflect immune activity These tests give doctors a broader picture of how active inflammation is in the body, and can help track whether treatments are working.
If there's curiosity about interleukin-specific testing, it's worth bringing up with a dermatologist or rheumatologist — they can advise whether any specialized testing makes sense based on individual circumstances.
May 23
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