Hmmm, very odd statement from you doctor. I recently have given blood for genetic testing. I had to see a Proffessor of Genetic Dermatology and he had to fill in a special form for the blood to go to Aberdeen/Scotland where the genes labs are. Seems very odd if your GP can just order genetic tests off the cuff.
I would insist on seeing a Rheumy, in fact that's exactly what I did after 10 or so yrs of chronic illness and being told there's nothing showing in the bloodwork even though I was deteriorating...... I got myself to the London Lupus Unit. My illness showed up, in black and white cause he knew what to look for
You don't mention your symptoms. are you feeling terribly unwell ATM?
I would insist on seeing a Rheumy, in fact that's exactly what I did after 10 or so yrs of chronic illness and being told there's nothing showing in the bloodwork even though I was deteriorating...... I got myself to the London Lupus Unit. My illness showed up, in black and white cause he knew what to look for
You don't mention your symptoms. are you feeling terribly unwell ATM?