Laboratory test
Antinuclear antibodies (ANA Screen)
Test code · АП.001
A screening test for autoantibodies associated with certain systemic autoimmune diseases.
- Specimen
- Blood serum
- Turnaround time
- 2–4 days
Collection points for the selected city
About the test
Antinuclear antibodies target components of the body’s own cells, primarily their nuclear structures. ANA Screen is used as one stage of investigation when a systemic autoimmune disease is clinically suspected.
A positive result may also occur outside these diseases. The significance of the result depends on the method, antigen panel, symptoms and follow-up tests; a single test does not establish a specific diagnosis.
Why it is ordered
- Detect antinuclear autoantibodies as part of the investigation ordered.
- Help the doctor determine whether follow-up tests are needed.
How to prepare
Before taking the test, ask the laboratory about preparation and specimen collection requirements. Tell your doctor about medicines and recent treatment. Do not stop prescribed medicines on your own.
Where to have the test
All collection pointsCheck whether the test can be taken at your chosen collection point.
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Rasul Dent
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