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SSB (La) Antibody

What's 
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Anti-SSB, also known as SSB (La) Antibody, is a special kind of protein made by your body's defense system. It belongs to a group of autoantibodies, which are proteins that accidentally target and react with your own body's tissues or organs. In particular, Anti-SSB focuses on a protein found in the center of a cell, called the La protein. This antibody is often looked at when studying certain autoimmune conditions, where the body's defense system mistakenly attacks its own healthy cells. It plays an important role in the complicated workings of your immune system, showing the complex interactions and balance that keep your body running smoothly.
If Your Levels Are High
High levels of Anti-SSB might mean that your immune system is working harder than usual. This can happen for various reasons, such as stress, infections, or taking certain medications. It could also suggest that you have an autoimmune condition, where your body mistakenly attacks its own healthy cells. Conditions like Sjögren's syndrome or lupus are often linked to increased Anti-SSB levels. However, it's important to remember that other factors, like your diet, lifestyle, and overall health, can also affect these levels. So, while high Anti-SSB levels can be associated with specific conditions or factors, they're not the only possible explanation.
Symptoms of High Levels
Symptoms of high levels of Anti-SSB could include dry eyes and mouth, joint pain, fatigue, and skin rashes.
If Your Levels are Low
Low levels of Anti-SSB might mean that your body isn't making as many of these antibodies as it usually does. This can happen for various reasons, such as how your body reacts to certain medications like corticosteroids or immunosuppressants, stress, or other outside factors. It could also suggest that your immune system is not as active as it should be, possibly due to conditions like chronic fatigue syndrome or a lack of essential nutrients. Keep in mind that the immune system is quite complex, and Anti-SSB is just one part of it.
Symptoms of Low Levels
Symptoms of low levels of Anti-SSB may not be easily noticeable, as they can be quite general and overlap with many other conditions. However, they could include persistent fatigue, weakness, or a general feeling of being unwell.

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