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Can lab test results differ if you currently are not having a lupus flare vs having a flare?

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It depends: It depends on the specific lab tests. The best is that some certainly change with the degree of disease activity. For instance the sed rate or CRP will rise with flares and fall with disease control.

Answered 9/26/2014

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Might someone have lupus, but still have normal lab results?

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Bad fatigue interfering with daily activities for 3 weeks.Have lupus but recent labs were normal showing no flare.I am normally very active.Causes?

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It it possible for one with lupus to have flare if labs (other than ana) are normal?Or will most rheummds discount that "flare" if neg labs & exam?

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Is there a better time to get lupus lab work drawn? Morning, evening... Is there anything that can affect the outcome of the tests?

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