AboutBeth , MT (ASCP) (5) Expertise I can answer questions about the purpose of a certain lab test and what an abnormal result could indicate. I cannot make a diagnosis.
Experience I recently earned my BS degree in clinical laboratory science. I did rotations in medical laboratories as a student.
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Education/Credentials I have a BS in clinical laboratory science, with a minor in chemistry. I am certified with the American Society of Clinical Pathologists.
Question I complained about joint pain to my doctor and this is the results of the lab work. I was referred to a rheumatologist, however I am anxious to get some type of understanding of this.
ANACHOICE SCREEN: positive
ANTINUCLEAR ANTIBODIES TITER AND PATTERN: ANA Pattern Dual; SSA/RO antibody pattern is considered confirmatory for autoantibodies to the SSA/RO antigen that are present in Sjogren's syndrome; PATTERN: nucleolar Titer: 1:80 Pattern: Speckled Titer 1:80
Rheumatoid Factor: 5
U/A: Cloudy
Ketones: Trace
Protein: 1+
Calcium Oxalate Crystals: Moderate
Answer Ana,
From the results, I think you have an autoimmune condition called Sjogren's Syndrome. That may or may not be all you have, though. I'm not sure based just on your test results. About 50% of people with Sjorgren's have other autoimmune conditions, such as rheumatoid arthritis, scleroderma, or lupus. Your rheumatologist will be able to provide you with more answers. In the mean time, you might want to read the information I provided below.
