What does the presence of anti-CCP antibodies indicate in a patient?

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What does the presence of anti-CCP antibodies indicate in a patient?

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The presence of anti-CCP (anti-cyclic citrullinated peptide) antibodies typically indicates rheumatoid arthritis (RA). These antibodies are highly specific for RA and can help in early diagnosis and prognosis.