Question 373 · LEK · Introduction
HLA B-27 antigen is characteristic of:
- A. systemic lupus erythematosus.
- B. degenerative arthritis of the hand.
- C. rheumatoid arthritis.
- D. seronegative spondyloarthropathy.
- E. Ehlers-Danlos syndrome.
Hint
Think of the group of arthritides that are rheumatoid factor-negative and involve the spine, sacroiliac joints and entheses.
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