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ANA by ELISA Anti Nuclear Antibody Screening Serum Overview

Autoimmune disorders are characterized by development of an immune response against self antigen and thus causing self harm. ANA test detects antinuclear antibodies (ANA) in blood. The test targets certain structures within the nucleus of a cell, it can assist in diagnosing autoimmune disorders. 

Written by: Dr.Shibani R Medical Writer, Medical Affairs

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Antinuclear Antibody ANA Test Price

Metropolis Healthcare is a leading diagnostics centre and pathology lab in India equipped with the latest state-of-the-art technologies that provides the Antinuclear Antibody ANA Test with a clear pricing structure.

The Antinuclear Antibody ANA Test Price in Mumbai is ₹ 905 .

We are committed to deliver accurate and quality results from the best labs in India with complete transparency regarding test cost and turnaround time. No matter where you are, we strive to offer patients high-quality service that is affordable and accessible.

Frequently Asked Questions

ANA Anti Nuclear Antibody Screening is a screening test done to aid diagnosis of autoimmune disorders. Many auto immune disorder have common signs and symptoms — joint pain, fatigue and fever, some have renal and dermatological involvement. While an ANA test can't confirm a specific diagnosis, it can rule out some diseases. Depending on the autoantibodies present against the specific antigen, the type of autoimmune disorder can be diagnosed by clinical correlation.

The blood test measures the presence of Anti nuclear antibodies.

The blood sample is taken from a vein in your arm, using a small needle. After the needle is inserted, a small amount of blood will be collected into a test tube or vial. You may feel a little sting when the needle goes in or out. This usually takes less than five minutes.

ANA positive result: Further tests for the presence of particular antinuclear antibodies, some of which are specific to certain diseases are advised. ANA test is positive in the following autoimmune conditions: systemic autoimmune rheumatic disease particularly systemic lupus erythematosus, Sjogren syndrome, mixed connective tissue disease, discoid lupus erythematosus, drug-induced lupus erythematosus , systemic sclerosis, CREST syndrome (calcinosis, Raynaud’s phenomenon, esophageal dysmotility, sclerodactyly, telangiectasia) and idiopathic inflammatory myopathies. Based on the autoantibodies present against the specific antigen, the autoimmune disorder can be diagnosed. ANA negative results do no rule out all autoimmune diseases A positive result doesn't necessarily indicate an autoimmune disease, many women older than 6, some infectious diseases, cancers, certain drugs have been associated with antinuclear antibodies.

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