How often do you draw screening ANAs for discoid lupus?
Answer from: at Academic Institution
Because a positive ANA is associated with an increased risk of progression to SLE in patients with discoid lupus, I routinely check an ANA at the initial visit in virtually all patients. If negative, I repeat it only if new symptoms concerning systemic involvement arise (e.g., joint pain, cytopenias...
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at Advanced Laser And Cosmetic Center Why not just order an ANA when they have symptoms,...
Why not just order an ANA when they have symptoms,...