Cryoglobulins Screening (Qualitative) Test

A Hepatitis C antibody blood test detects the presence of hepatitis C antibodies which are produced by the human immune system in response to the hepatitis C virus (HCV). HCV antibody test can detect if one has been infected. The HCV –antibodies are generally detected on an average at 6-8 weeks after the onset of infection (serologic window). This viral infection causes liver inflammation, sometimes leading to significant liver damage. HCV spreads through contaminated blood. The test is indicated for patients who are at risk of hepatitis or liver disease or who have been exposed to the virus.

An antinuclear antibodyies(ANA)test detects antinuclear antibodies in the blood ; theseantibodies attack the nucleus (center) of the cells. ANA detection by Iimmunoblot is the technique used to identify specificANA antibodies. High levels of ANA indicate an autoimmune disorder.This test helps diagnose autoimmune conditions and rule out lupus or other autoimmune diseases. This test is prescribed to individuals having symptoms of fever, rash, blisters, skin color changes, fatigue, joint pain, stiffness, swelling, or muscle pain.

A rheumatoid factor test is done to measure the level of rheumatoid antibodies in the body. Rheumatoid antibodies are autoantibodies (antibodies produced against substances (antigens) produced by person’s own body). The doctor may advise this test to diagnose rheumatic diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, autoimmune diseases like Sjogren’s syndrome (an immune system disorder causing dry eyes and dry mouth), or Lupus Erythematosus (an immune disorder that can affect joints, skin, kidneys, blood cells, brain, heart, and lungs), and diagnose chronic infections.

An antinuclear antibodyies(ANA)test detects antinuclear antibodies in the blood ; theseantibodies attack the nucleus (center) of the cells. ANA detection by Iimmunoblot is the technique used to identify specificANA antibodies. High levels of ANA indicate an autoimmune disorder.This test helps diagnose autoimmune conditions and rule out lupus or other autoimmune diseases. This test is prescribed to individuals having symptoms of fever, rash, blisters, skin color changes, fatigue, joint pain, stiffness, swelling, or muscle pain.

A rheumatoid factor test is done to measure the level of rheumatoid antibodies in the body. Rheumatoid antibodies are autoantibodies (antibodies produced against substances (antigens) produced by person’s own body). The doctor may advise this test to diagnose rheumatic diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, autoimmune diseases like Sjogren’s syndrome (an immune system disorder causing dry eyes and dry mouth), or Lupus Erythematosus (an immune disorder that can affect joints, skin, kidneys, blood cells, brain, heart, and lungs), and diagnose chronic infections.

A rheumatoid arthritis panel is a group of tests used to diagnose an autoimmune disease called rheumatoid arthritis (RA). RA is a chronic form of arthritis that affects the joints and results in pain, stiffness, deformity, and a reduction in joint mobility. The tests commonly included in a rheumatoid arthritis panel are - An antinuclear antibody (ANA) test that determines if you have an autoimmune disorder, a condition where the immune system attacks healthy cells. The anticentromere antibody (ACA) test detects and measures the amount of anticentromere antibodies in the blood. Anti-cyclic citrullinated peptide test and rheumatoid factor (RF) test are usedto detect specific auto-antibodies present in most patients with RA. Anti-ds DNA antibody test detects the presence of anti-double-stranded DNA antibodies. Antinuclear ribonucleoprotein (Anti RNP -Sm Antibody), Anti Smith Antibody, Antibody Serum Soluble Substance -Antibody, Antibody Serum Soluble Substance -B Antibody, Erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR), and c-reactive protein (CRP) tests- these are types of blood tests that help detect the presence of inflammation in the body. The C3 & C4 complement blood test measures the levels of C3 & C4 proteins in your blood. C3 & C4 proteins are a part of our immune system that helps to fight against microbes. Sometimes C3 & C4 proteins attack healthy cells by mistake. These tests not only aid in the diagnosis but also help assess the severity of the condition and track treatment progress.