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My ana hep-2 titer is >1280 titer 1 and standard is <80 titer 1. pattern is centromere. i have lupus. just how bad is this result? common?

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Dr. Alvin Wells answered

Specializes in Rheumatology

Lab tests: Both of these tests may be suggestive of lupus or other autoimmune conditions. However, the lab test are just 1 component of the overall assessment and does not by itself makes the diagnosis of lupus. I recommend seeing a rheumatologist and would be happy to consult if needed.

Dr Feola agreed

Answered 3/23/2017

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Ana titer value1:160 for 1and 2 with speckled and homogeneous patterns, RA factor 7, aso less than 100, ESR 29, segs 65.2. Is this lupus?

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How/why can lupus symptoms present & diagnosis of lupus be made by clinical picture &high ANA titer only?Why don't other labs show positive?Two rheum mds dx'd me.

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I received an ANA titer postive test with speckled & homogeneous pattern on it my RA factor 7, now I am being referred to rheumologist. Is this lupus?

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