Manju-Manu8 years ago

I am having lupus but my ds DNA is negative since diagnosed. .

Paul_HowardPartner8 years ago

Hi jp83,

You are correct that anti dsDNA antibodies are highly specific to lupus and their presence is the hallmark of the condition. They are rarely found in other conditions.

They may be wanting to repeat the tests because they are only mildly positive. A strongly positive result would provide almost total proof of a diagnosis. The level of these antibodies can be used as a rough measure for disease activity, so repeating the test after a few months will give them a better idea of how active the lupus is.

Would you like some more information about lupus and how it is diagnosed? I would be happy to send you one of our free info packs. Just send me a private message or email paul@lupusuk.org.uk with your name and address.

jp83 in reply to Paul_Howard8 years ago

Hi Paul I received a pack recently from you already, it's very helpful thank you. Thanks for responding, I am so tired I wish I could get something to help with it sooner rather than later.

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misty148 years ago

Hi Jp83

Have you been tested for anaemia and thyroid ?. These can cause excessive tiredness and be successfully treated. Your GP can do this. X

jp83 in reply to misty148 years ago

Hi yes I'm on thyroxine for hypothyroidism anyway and they run all bloods as part of the tests...so these are normal.

Thank you x

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