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My antinuclear antibody test came back positive, how worried should i be?
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ANA - not diagnostic: The ANA (anti-nuclear antibody) can be present for many reason. It is classically seen in sle, but most people was a + ANA do not have lupus or a connective tissue disease. You evaluation will help clarify why you have the + ANA and how it relates to your medical condition.
Answered 6/10/2014
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