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dsDNA AntibodyIU/mL
Anti-dsDNA antibodies target double-stranded DNA. They are measured after a positive ANA when lupus is being considered.
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What dsDNA Antibody measures
Anti-dsDNA antibodies target double-stranded DNA. They are measured after a positive ANA when lupus is being considered.
If your dsDNA Antibody is low
A low anti-dsDNA is the expected result.
Commonly associated with
- Typical
If your dsDNA Antibody is high
Anti-dsDNA above the range is commonly associated with lupus, and the level often tracks with how active the condition is.
Commonly associated with
- Lupus
- Other autoimmune conditions (less often)
Typical reference range
| Group | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Adults | under 30 IU/mL |
Typical adult values used by many US labs. Your own report prints the range your lab validated for its method, and that range is the one that counts. Labwise always uses the printed range first.
If it is within range
Your anti-dsDNA is within the range printed by your lab.
Also listed as
Anti-dsDNA, DNA (DS) Ab Qn, dsDNA Ab, Anti-Double Stranded DNA, DNA Double-Stranded Ab
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This page is general information about what a laboratory test measures and what results outside a reference range are commonly associated with. It is not medical advice, does not diagnose any condition and does not replace your clinician. Discuss your results with your healthcare provider.