Double Stranded DNA in Lupus

Overview

When you think of lupus do you think of anti-double stranded DNA. But let me ask you how many people with lupus have a ds-DNA that is positive? If you accept this mission and complete this module you'll find out.

Learning Objectives

After completing this module, the participant will demonstrate the ability to:

  • Do all patients with SLE have antibodies to double stranded DNA (anti-dsDNA)?

Contributors

  • Andrew Thompson
    MD, MHPE, FRCPC (Rheumatologist)