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A member asked:

What does an ana positive 1:40 nucleolar pattern mean?

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Dr. Ronald Krauser answered

Probably nothing: Most rheumatologists consider an ANA titer of only 1:40 to really be a negative test.

Dr Kuitems and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 4/1/2023

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