Juvenile Systemic Lupus Erythematosus in Pediatrics — 9yo Child | Pediatric Rheumatology | SMLE Q#15369

SMLE Question #15369

Pediatrics Pediatric Rheumatology

Objective: OBJ-1767

Last updated: February 2026
A 9-year-old girl has 1 month of low-grade fever, arthralgia in both knees and wrists, and a photosensitive facial rash. Examination shows malar erythema sparing the nasolabial folds and mild swelling of small joints in the hands. She is diagnosed with juvenile systemic lupus erythematosus and started on treatment. Which of the following tests is most appropriate to monitor disease activity over time in this patient?

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