I had an ANA test that came back positive for Lupus. When I went back for a second test, I told the lab girl that I had had a strong steriod shot only a couple hours before in my hip for a problem that had been going on for a year. (two different doctor offices)

I asked her if this could effect the test and she said no because she was not checking white blood count. The test came back okay and I was told to come back in 3 months for a follow up.

I have found out that steroids are used in treatment of Lupus sometimes, so I wonder if it could have effected the test??

I did ask for a copy of both test, and I am considering going to a RA doctor with it (this was a demotologist that I was sent to for a rash on my my leg). She said if it came back positive again, she would send me to one anyway.

thanks for any help - been a rough year!
Mary