**1.1 Hallmarks of systemic lupus erythematosus**

Systemic lupus erythematosus is a well-recognized multi-system disease [1]. Hallmarks of the disorder include the prevalence of antinuclear antibodies (ANA) and double stranded antibodies (DNA). The disease often presents with rashes and/or arthritis or arthralgias. Lupus is "the great imitator," as no organ system is excluded, when diagnosing and treating a lupus patient.
