Rheumatology Flashcards
1
Q
A 16 year old girl presents with photosensitive rash, fever, arthralgia and fatigue. Blood tests show FBC Hb 100 (N 120-160), WCC 3.0 (n4 - 11), platelets 100 (N 150-450). What further tests would confirm your suspicion of SLE?
A) Rheumatoid factor 89 (N <25)
B) Antinuclear antibody positive 1:80
C) dsDNA antibody 86 (N < 6)
D) SSA positive
E) Anti-CCP positive
A
dsDNA antibody is the most sensitive.
2
Q
Anti-CCP is is specific for what condition?
A
Rheumatoid arthritis
3
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