BTG3 and systemic lupus erythematosus: ANA (antinuclear antibodies) are identified in 17–33% of HIV patients,26–28 but in lower titles than SLE and rarely with dsDNA positivity.14,27,29 On the other hand, there are patients with SLE who have lost dsDNA positivity after a HIV infection.14,15 Other commonly presenting antibodies are anticardiolipin antibodies and ANCAs.