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Medical Conditions - Hla B27 Antigen

HLA-B27 blood test helps to identify HLA-B27 antigen in the body. HLA B27 antigen stands for human leukocyte antigen B27. It is a protein present on the surface of white blood cells. This protein helps the body's immune system identify differences between healthy tissues and foreign substances causing infection.

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Is surgery needed for a labrum tear?

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Is ankylosing spondylitis genetic?

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Dr. Sugandh Garg

Dr. Sugandh Garg

How to manage TB with HLA-B27 positive spondyloarthritis?

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From the scan report, please explain the cause of my low back pain.

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The SI joints show minimal linear hyperintensity on STIR (short TI inversion recovery) sequence (attachment removed to protect patient identity).

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Dr. Vivek Chail

Dr. Vivek Chail

Does elevated uric acid and creatinine mean kidney issues?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You mentioned that you had typhoid three months back, and now have features of large joint arthritis. With this profile, it seems to be reactive arthritis.

What are the complications of ankylosing spondylitis?

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How to manage non-radiographic spondyloarthritis?

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Can physical therapy help overcome AS pain?

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Dr. Atul Prakash

Can a person donate blood with spondyloarthritis?

Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.Spondyloarthritis (SpA) is a group of disorders that predominantly affects (inflammation or arthritis) in the spine and lower limbs.

I get pain in my lower ribs while coughing and taking deep breath with history of AS. Please help.

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. In light of the fact that you are HLA B27 (Human Leukocyte Antigen B27) positive, the pain that you are experiencing is due to the same problem.

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