Collection Method
CI05.15.01
Kit Requirements
SST Serum
Turn Around Time
5 Business Days Turnaround times are estimates
Description
The Autoimmune Assessment test is comprised of two routinely tested markers.
The antinuclear antibody (ANA) test is used as a primary test to assist in evaluating for autoimmune disorders. ANA are a group of autoantibodies produced by the immune system which may affect many tissues through the body and is used to help diagnose systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) along with other antibody (Ab) testing. ANA Ab’s can cause organ damage as they are located in the nucleus of cells. ANA’s may be used to help diagnose or rule out other autoimmune disorders, such as Sjögren syndrome, polymyositis and scleroderma.
Rheumatoid factor (RF) is used to diagnose rheumatoid arthritis (RA), an autoimmune arthritic condition. In the early stages of RA, symptoms may present as osteoarthritis or may be un-identifiable as other connective tissue disorders such as Reynard’s syndrome, scleroderma, autoimmune thyroid disorders, systemic lupus erythematosus, may present with symptoms of RA type disorders.
Analytes
- Antinuclear Antinbody-ANA
- Rheumatoid Factor (RF)
Common Conditions
Other Health Conditions- Joint pain
- Joint redness
- Joint stiffness
- Joint swelling
- Joint tenderness
- Joint warmth
- Loss of joint range of motion
Notice To Patients
NutriPATH practices in the usual practitioner-referral system for pathology laboratories. Patients are highly recommended to seek the supervision and guidance of a qualified healthcare practitioner for the interpretation of any lab results and associated information. NutriPATH can offer assistance in locating a suitable practitioner.
How it works
Step 1
Order test
Your referring practitioner will place this order via their online portal.
Step 2
Collect Samples
A test kit will be dispatched to you and you can conveniently collect your sample in the comfort of your home.
Step 3
Return Samples
Return samples for analysis via the provided courier packaging.
Patient resources
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