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What does it mean to be positive for lupus antibodies?

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Not much: Having the antibody does not mean having the disease. You may be predisposed to it. Why did your doctor test for it in the first place? It all depends on what symptoms you have. A test by itself does not carry much meaning.

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Answered 1/25/2020

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