Diagnosis of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is made on the basis of

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Diagnosis of systemic SLE is made on the basis of multiorgan involvement and the presence of antinuclear antibodies in the serum. Skin lesions occur in 85% of individuals, but the diagnosis is not made on the basis of skin lesions. Arthritis and arthralgia may be components of SLE, but are not sufficient to make the diagnosis. Shortness of breath may be a component of SLE, but is not significant to the diagnosis.

Diagnosis of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) Is Made on the Basis