A novel DNA/histone H4 peptide complex detects autoantibodies in systemic lupus erythematosus sera

The detection of anti-dsDNA antibodies is critical for the diagnosis and follow-up of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) patients. The presently available assays are characterized by a non-optimal specificity ...

Source: Arthritis Research and Therapy - October 4, 2016 Category: Rheumatology Authors: Filomena Panza, Maria Claudia Alcaro, Fiorella Petrelli, Francesca Angelotti, Federico Pratesi, Paolo Rovero and Paola Migliorini Source Type: research