AsseyMethod: Elisa
Abbrevation: ANA
Sector: Hormone 2
SampleType: S
S.Vol: 0.3
Transport: at 2-8˚c, -20˚c
Storage: 3 days at 4˚c or -20˚c for longer time at -70˚c
Test Name: Antinuclear Antibody Test - FANA
Normal Range: <1 Negative 1.1-2 Borderline >2 Positive
To help diagnose systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) (commonly called lupus), drug induced SLE-like syndrome, Sjogren's syndrome, scleroderma and certain other autoimmune connective tissue diseases
If your doctor thinks that you have symptoms of SLE, drug-induced lupus, Sjogren's syndrome, scleroderma or another autoimmune connective tissue disease
A blood sample taken from a vein in your arm
None needed; however, some drugs interfere with the test, so tell your doctor about any medications you are taking.
The ANA test identifies the presence of antinuclear antibodies (ANA) in blood. These antibodies are produced by the body's immune system – the body's defence system against invasion by foreign substances such as viruses and bacteria. Sometimes the immune system malfunctions and produces substances that attack your body's own cells and tissues instead of foreign substances. When this happens, the resulting disease is termed an autoimmune disease . The presence of ANA is associated with several autoimmune diseases but is most commonly seen in systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE).
How is the sample collected for testing?
A blood sample is taken by needle from a vein in the arm.
Is any test preparation needed to ensure the quality of the sample?
No test preparation is needed; however, some drugs interfere with the test, so tell your doctor about any medications you are taking.