Caplans syndrome laboratory findings

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Sharmi Biswas, M.B.B.S

Overview

No definitive laboratory findings are related to Caplan syndrome. But serum study might show positive findings of Rheumatoid factor, antinuclear antibodies.

Laboratory Findings

Electrolyte and Biomarker Studies

• Rheumatoid factor, antinuclear antibodies, and non-organ specific antibodies may be present in the serum.

• Persons with Caplan syndrome may be at increased risk for tuberculosis (TB), and should be screened for exposure to TB.