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Positive ana with homogenous pattern titer of 1:160 does this most likely mean i have lupus?

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

No: This result is weakly positive or even normal in some individuals, positive ANA screen doesn't confirm a disease, it rather complements clinical signs and symptoms, other specific tests, imaging /tissue studies need to be performed in the context of the whole clinical picture. Seek a rheumatologist input if you're in doubt, wish you wellness

Answered 6/1/2018

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