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What is the common cytoplasmic pattern for antinuclear antibody test?

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Terminology: Antinuclear antibody test looks for staining in the nucleus, not the cytoplasm. You may visit this site for more information in this topic: https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/ana-test/about/pac-20385204

Answered 9/7/2018

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