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Could i still have lupus even though my ana is negative?
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Unlikely: Rarely patients with a negative ANA are diagnosed with lupus. Many of those patients have other abnormal labs, especially for sjogren's syndrome. Speak to a rheumatologist.
Answered 7/4/2014
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Yes: Although uncommon, the ANA can occasionally be negative even when your clinical signs are compatible with lupus. Check with your doctor about other potential causes.
Answered 6/10/2014
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