Lupus nephritis prediction tool (IMAGE) Medical University of South Carolina Caption New web-based clinical tool gives physicians streamlined prediction model for lupus nephritis treatment response. The tool needs further validation before it can be used for treatment decision-making, but it can indicate the likelihood that a patient will not respond well to treatment by the 1-year point. Credit Oates laboratory, MUSC, with funding from the NIH and the VA Usage Restrictions May be reused with appropriate credit given. License Original content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.