Lupus Lab Tests & Managing Lupus Flares 

Many different laboratory tests are used to monitor lupus disease activity and guide treatment. Each test result adds more information to the picture your doctor is forming of your illness. Join Dr. Al Kim, Co-Director of the Lupus Clinic at Washington University, as he discusses common lab tests used in diagnosing and treating lupus. He will also explain what a lupus flare is, the common symptoms that indicate a flare, and how you can better manage flares.