antibody tests for lupus special

Antibody tests are a set of blood tests that check for specific antibodies to help clarify the diagnosis of lupus. They include: Anti-dsDNA (antibodies to DNA). Antinuclear antibody ( ANA ) Anti-RNP. Anti-Smith (Sm). Anti-SS-A (also called Ro). Anti-SS-B (also called La). These antibody tests are often positive in lupus...