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A false positive RNP antibody test result is possible, as no single test can definitively diagnose lupus or other autoimmune diseases. RNP antibodies are also found in conditions like mixed connective tissue disease (MCTD) and scleroderma, so their presence alone doesn't confirm lupus. Your doctor will consider your Show Full Answer

A false positive RNP antibody test result is possible, as no single test can definitively diagnose lupus or other autoimmune diseases. RNP antibodies are also found in conditions like mixed connective tissue disease (MCTD) and scleroderma, so their presence alone doesn't confirm lupus. Your doctor will consider your symptoms, other test results, and medical history to interpret the findings accurately. Always discuss concerns about test accuracy with your rheumatologist.

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