Mixed connective tissue disease

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Tests and diagnosis

By Mayo Clinic staff

Your doctor may suspect mixed connective tissue disease based on your signs and symptoms. A physical exam may reveal signs such as swollen hands and painful, swollen joints. A blood test can determine whether you have a certain antibody in your blood that indicates mixed connective tissue disease.

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References
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