These are the blood tests I recommend for anyone who is concerned about an underlying autoimmune disease as a contributor or cause of dry eye symptoms
The following studies are recommended
CBC
Sed. Rate
C-Reactive Protein
ANA CPT: 86039
T3, T4, TSH
Early Sjogren ’s syndrome Profile (PSP, CA-6, SP1) IgG/M/A for each Lab test for Quest: 93748; And for Labcorp is: 816387
Sjogren’s AB, Anti-SS-A/Anti-SS-B lab test for Quest: 38658; 38569. For Labcorp : 012708
Anti-nuclear Antibody (hep-2) lab test for Quest: 249 and for Labcorp: 164947
Rheumatoid Factor IgM Lab test for Quest: 4418 and for Labcorp : 006502
HLAB27
Ocular Diagnosis/Symptoms
Sjogren’s syndrome M35.01
Suspicion of HLABA27 positivity. Concern for ankylosing spondylitis
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