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Detection of Complex Sugar Molecules May Help Diagnose Lupus Nephritis

by | Jul 14, 2026

A new study found a lectin-based test can effectively detect certain complex sugar molecules (glycans) on the Fc region of immunoglobulin (IgG) antibodies. The lectin-based test may eventually help to spot early changes in glycosylation which has been linked to lupus nephritis, (LN, lupus-related kidney disease).

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