The "CREST" variant of which disease is associated with the presence of an anticentromere antibody?

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The CREST variant of progressive systemic sclerosis (scleroderma) is associated with the presence of an anticentromere antibody. CREST stands for Calcinosis, Raynaud's phenomenon, Esophageal dysmotility, Sclerodactyly, and Telangiectasia, which are characteristic features of this variant. The presence of anticentromere antibody is a diagnostic feature of CREST syndrome.

The "CREST" Variant of Which Disease Is Associated with the Presence