180.HLA B27 RELATED TO

A.ANKYLOSING SPONDYLITIS
B.BEHCETS SYNDROME
C.CERVICAL RIB
D.DARIERS DISEASE

ANS:ANKYLOSING SPONDYLITIS

A positive test means HLA-B27 is present. It suggests a greater-than-average risk for developing or having certain autoimmune disorders. An autoimmune disorder is a condition that occurs when the immune system mistakenly attacks and destroys healthy body tissue.

An abnormal result may be caused by:

• Ankylosing spondylitis
• Arthritis related to Crohn's disease
• Reactive arthritis
• Sacroiliitis (inflammation of the sacroiliac joint)
• Uveitis