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Ana 1:80 but it was 1:2560 in the past. new doc doesn't think lupus despite firm diagnosis despite 5 hospitalizations for flares. why does ana and other tests fluctuate? i definitely have lupus!
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ANA: On some occasions co be negative. There are specific criteria for diagnosis. Get a second opinion.
Answered 2/24/2015
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If your on: Steroids, the ANA ; ESR could be affected! repeat at a different lab, or just repeat it1-- anti double strength dna?
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