Anti RO (SSA) antibodies are seen in:
Anti Ro (SSA) antibodies Not specific for SLE It predisposes to subacute cutaneous lupus and to neonatal lupus with congenital hea block, Thus helping in screening neonatal lupus. It is associated with decreased risk for nephritis.
Systemic sclerosis
Subacute cutaneous lupus
Myasthenia gravis
Mixed connective tissue disorder
Auto Immune Disorders Introduction