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If sle occurs when autoantibodies attack organs, then how is ana negative sle possible ? wat is cuasing the damage in ana negative sle ? thanks !
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Expect other Ab's: Only 2% of people with lupus will have a negative ANA. People with lupus who have a negative ANA test may have anti-Ro/SSA or antiphospholipid antibodies however.
Answered 6/11/2017
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