Laboratory Features of SLE Include

question 5

Multiple Choice

Laboratory features of SLE include

• A)the presence of ANAs.
• B)circulating anticoagulant and immune complexes.
• C)decreased levels of complement.
• D)All of the above.

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Definitions:

Endocrine Gland

A gland that secretes hormones directly into the bloodstream to regulate the body's growth, metabolism, and development.

Body Growth

The increase in physical size, strength, and complexity of an organism over time.

Adrenal Glands

Endocrine glands located above the kidneys that produce various hormones, including adrenaline and cortisol, which help the body respond to stress.

Epinephrine

Also known as adrenaline, it's a hormone and medication involved in regulating visceral functions (e.g., heart rate and blood pressure) and the body's fight-or-flight response.