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What does ana 1:1280 nucleolar and complement c3 high at 166 mean?

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Dr. Bruce Rothschild answered

High C3 - nothing: High C3 means nothing. ANA with nucleolar pattern could be related to scleroderma, but rheumatologic evaluation should clarify.

Answered 2/13/2015

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