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Which of the following is NOT a standard diagnostic test used to help confirm Sjögren's syndrome?

  1. Complete blood count
  2. SSA/SSB antibody testing
  3. Lip
  4. Salivary gland stimulation/scintigraphy testing
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Correct answer: A. Complete blood count

A complete blood count is a general, nonspecific laboratory test that doesn't specifically aid Sjögren's syndrome diagnosis. The actual diagnostic workup for suspected Sjögren's syndrome includes SSA/SSB antibody testing, a labial minor salivary gland (lip) biopsy showing focal lymphocytic sialadenitis, salivary gland scintigraphy/stimulation testing, and objective measures of dry eyes (Schirmer's test) and dry mouth (sialometry).

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