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Good Afternoon! I Have A 21 On My Anti-DNA (DS)
Question: Good afternoon! I have a 21 on my Anti-DNA (DS) Ab Qn test. What does that mean?
Brief Answer:
Could indicate a possible diagnosis of SLE ma'am
Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome.
The anti-ds DNA test was established to diagnose an individual with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). A level above than or equal to 10 is considered a positive result, and could indicate the possible diagnosis of SLE in that individual.
I hope this helps clear your query. Please feel free to write to me for any further clarifications, I am always here to help.
Best wishes.
Could indicate a possible diagnosis of SLE ma'am
Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome.
The anti-ds DNA test was established to diagnose an individual with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). A level above than or equal to 10 is considered a positive result, and could indicate the possible diagnosis of SLE in that individual.
I hope this helps clear your query. Please feel free to write to me for any further clarifications, I am always here to help.
Best wishes.
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