What kind of tests would a rheumatologist due to check lupus symptoms?

A rheumatologist typically conducts several tests to assess lupus symptoms, including blood tests to check for specific autoantibodies, such as anti-nuclear antibodies (ANA) and anti-double-stranded DNA antibodies. They may also perform a complete blood count (CBC) to evaluate for anemia or low white blood cell counts, and tests to measure inflammation levels, like the erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) or C-reactive protein (CRP). Additionally, a urinalysis may be done to check for kidney involvement. Clinical evaluations and imaging studies may also be employed based on symptoms.