An antinuclear antibodies (ANA) 17 blot test, also known as an ANA-17 Pro test, is a blood test used to detect autoantibodies that target specific antigens within the cell nucleus, helping diagnose and differentiate between various autoimmune diseases.
Here’s a more detailed explanation:
What it is:
ANA Blot 17 antigens test:
This test detects the presence of antinuclear antibodies (ANAs) in the blood, which are autoantibodies that the body produces that attack its own healthy cells.
Purpose:
It helps diagnose and differentiate between various autoimmune diseases, including systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), Sjogren’s syndrome, mixed connective tissue disease (MCTD), scleroderma, and others.
How it works:
The test uses a strip with 17 specific antigens, allowing for the identification of antibodies against these antigens, which can help determine the type of autoimmune condition.
Antigens:
The test detects antibodies against antigens like dsDNA, nucleosomes, histones, rib, SS-A, Ro-52, Scl-70, and PM-Scl.
Interpretation:
A positive result indicates the presence of ANAs, suggesting a possible autoimmune disease.
Why it’s done:
Diagnosis:
To help diagnose autoimmune diseases when symptoms like joint pain, fatigue, fever, and skin rashes are present.
Confirmation:
To confirm a diagnosis after a preliminary ANA screening test (like ANA IFA or ELISA) is positive.
Differentiation:
To help differentiate between different autoimmune conditions based on the specific antibodies detected.
Important Considerations:
Positive Results:
A positive ANA test result doesn’t necessarily mean you have an autoimmune disease, as many healthy individuals also have ANAs in their blood.
Further Testing:
A positive ANA test often requires further testing to determine the specific type of autoimmune disease and the severity of the condition.
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Anti-Cyclic Citrullinated Peptide is an antibody found to be present in individuals with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Measuring its levels helps in detecting as well as assessing the severity of RA. This test is available at an affordable price with home collection services.
Anti-cyclic citrullinated peptide (CCP) is a blood test that screens for antibodies that attack healthy cells. It’s a common diagnostic tool for rheumatoid arthritis (RA).
What is it used for?
To diagnose or rule out RA
To predict the severity of RA
To monitor patients with inflammatory polyarthritis (IP)
What are the symptoms of RA?
Joint pain, especially in the morning
Joint stiffness
Joint swelling
Fatigue
Low-grade fever
What are the results of the test?
Negative: Less than 20 EU/mL
Weakly positive: 20–39 EU/mL
Moderately positive: 40–59 EU/mL
Strongly positive: More than 59 EU/mL
What else can cause a positive result? Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), Familial Mediterranean fever, Behçet’s disease, and Psoriatic arthritis.
Other information
CCP antibodies are a type of autoantibody
CCP antibody tests are often done with rheumatoid factor (RF) tests
CCP antibody testing results may be available within a few business days
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