Have you used a home testing kit for a medical diagnosis?

COVID-19 RATs are an example of these types of tests but we are interested in the many others on the market.

The University of Wollongong is conducting a small study about them and we'd like to hear from you if you have used one or considered using one.

Simply complete a short survey at:
https://uow.au1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eeodpzn8lgSsAbI

From here, we may invite you to take part in a paid interview.

For more information, contact Dr Patti Shih: pshih@uow.edu.au
 

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What is it?

Lupus (SLE) is a chronic, inflammatory autoimmune disorder that may affect many organ systems including the skin, joints and internal organs. SLE affects women eight times more often than men and usually occurs between the ages of 10 and 50. Certain drugs may also cause SLE. Late onset disease (>50 years) is evenly split between men and women.

The disorder usually begins in one organ but others may be involved as it progresses. Some ways lupus shows itself include: arthritis-like joint pain; a rash – particularly one resembling a butterfly across the nose and cheeks; increased protein in the urine; seizures; psychoses; blood clots leading to strokes and pulmonary emboli; and inflammation of parts of the heart and lungs.

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