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What is the gold standard test for sjorgens. had high ana's in the past and then they were ok, then high, inflammatory markers usually normal. ?
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Antibody and dryness: Diagnosis of Sjogrens requires more than one condition to be satisfied. One being antibody markers and the other being dryness of eyes and mucus membranes. You may consult this site for more info: http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/sjogrens-syndrome/basics/tests-diagnosis/con-20020275 Wish you good health!
Answered 7/3/2017
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Sjorgen's tests: Are positive SS-A and SS-B antibodies for primary Sjogren's. Secondary Sjogren's without these markers is common in lupus and RA!
Answered 11/28/2017
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