What does Andy mean? Andy [andy] as a name for girls has its root in Greek, and the meaning of the name Andy is manly, virile. Andy is an alternate form of Andrea (Greek): from the word andreia. Associated with: greek.
Reasons For Conducting a Scleroderma Blood Test. Tests for scleroderma become even more important as it might be mistaken for arthritis or lupus. This disease can lead to serious health conditions and thus, diagnosing the same is of crucial importance.
Blood tests. Your doctor might order blood tests to check for: Levels of different types of blood cells; Presence of antibodies common in Sjogren's syndrome; Evidence of inflammatory conditions; Indications of problems with your liver and kidneys; Eye tests. Your doctor can measure the dryness of your eyes with a test called a Schirmer tear test.