Also, there were no significant differences in GlycA concentration between patients with RA who were receiving methotrexate, leflunomide, hydroxychloroquine, corticosteroids, anti-TNFα agents, non-steroidal anti-inflammatories, anti-hypertensives or statins compared with those not receiving the respective drugs (all P > 0.07). The gene discussed is TNF; the disease is rheumatoid arthritis.