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Had lab test done. sm/rnp antibody 2.5 pos. what does this mean?

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Dr. Ronald Krauser answered

Probably nothing: That low titer is not impressive, usually the RNP. Ask the doctor who ordered it. Why was the test ordered in the first place?

Answered 10/30/2016

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