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What test is done to determine autoimmune disease?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Tests: A complete CBC , sed rate and CRP values as well as anti nuclear antibodies would be basic tests needed for diagnosis of an autoimmune disease auto immune antibodies would also be helpful.

Answered 9/28/2016

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See below: It all depends on which autoimmune disease you wish to screen for.

Answered 8/17/2013

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