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Pregnancy (Expert Forum)
ANA test
Answered by
Keith Downing, MD - Obstetrics, Gynecology
MA
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Doctor's Answer
by Keith Downing, MD, Jun 15, 2008 06:51PM
, Jun 15, 2008 06:51PM
Hello,
Why are you having an ANA drawn? Yes the ANA (anti-nuclear antibodies) is a screen for lupus, but also can be elevated in other autoimmune disorders. Based on your statement it seems the results were negative, which is good. I suggest you talk with your doctor who knows your situation more intimately.
Best regards,
Dr. Downing
Why are you having an ANA drawn? Yes the ANA (anti-nuclear antibodies) is a screen for lupus, but also can be elevated in other autoimmune disorders. Based on your statement it seems the results were negative, which is good. I suggest you talk with your doctor who knows your situation more intimately.
Best regards,
Dr. Downing
Member Comments (5)
by melmann22, Jun 10, 2008 10:40PM
what is an ana screen?
by Ally26, Jun 11, 2008 02:54AM
To: melmann22
Antibodies!
by lolagrl, Jun 12, 2008 07:31PM
To: melmann22
an ana is a screening test for lupus
by Ally26, Jun 13, 2008 12:59AM
To: melmann22
it is not just a test for Lupus we have a few antibodies that are different i think the doctor should answer this one to clear it up
