ANTINUCLEAR ANTIBODIES-17 BLOT(Immunoblot)

Original price was: ₹3,200.00.Current price is: ₹3,000.00.

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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Description

Method: IFA (Hep-2 Substrate), Immunoblot
Comment:
Price: 3200.00
Report: Sample Daily by 11 am; Report Next day
Usage: ANA is useful in the diagnosis of patients with autoimmune diseases such as SLE, Mixed connective tissue disease, Rheumatoid arthritis, Sjogren’s syndrome, Progressive systemic sclerosis and CREST syndrome. The incidence of low titre ANA positivity increases with age in normal individuals. many drugs like Hydralazine and Procainamide may induce ANA production.
Doctor Specialty: Rheumatologist
Disease: Autoimmune Disorders
Components:
Immunoblot for the qualitative detection of IgG antibodies against:
dsDNA, nucleosomes, histones, SmD1, PCNA, P0, SS-A/Ro60kD, SS-A/Ro52kD, SS-B/La, CENP -B, Scl-70, U1 snRNP, AMA M2, Jo-1, Pm-Scl, Ku and Mi-2 in human serum or plasma.
Courier Charges:
Home Collection: Available
Department: IMMUNOPATHOLOGY

Additional information

Weight 5 kg
Dimensions 10 cm