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A 45-year-old woman presents with a 2-month history of stiffness and pain in her hands, particularly affecting the MCP and PIP joints, worse in the mornings and lasting over an hour. She also reports fatigue. Examination reveals symmetrical swelling and tenderness of these joints. What is the most appropriate initial blood test to support the suspected diagnosis?

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