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Blood tests that may be required for diagnosis
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ANA
(Anti-Nuclear Antibody)
70% of Sjögren’s patients have a positive ANA.
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RF
(Rheumatoid Factor)
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SS-A
(or Ro) and
SS-B
(or La)
These are the antibodies for Sjögren's.
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ESR
(Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate)
Measures inflammation.
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