ANTI NUCLEAR ANTIBODY / FACTOR (ANA/ANF), EIA
₹ 1300| Test Name | ANTI NUCLEAR ANTIBODY / FACTOR (ANA/ANF), EIA |
| Test Type | 2 mL (1 mL min.) Serum from 1 SST. Ship refrigerated or frozen. Overnight fasting is preferred. |
| Report Delivery | SAME DAY |
| Test Include | |
| Price | ₹ 1300 |
Know More about ANTI NUCLEAR ANTIBODY / FACTOR (ANA/ANF), EIA
The Anti-Nuclear Antibody (ANA) or Antinuclear Factor (ANF) test checks for autoantibodies in your blood that may attack your body’s own cells. It helps doctors identify possible autoimmune diseases like lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, or scleroderma. This test is important because it gives early clues if your immune system is overactive or attacking healthy tissues.
Process
- A small blood sample is taken from a vein in your arm.
- The sample is tested in a lab using enzyme immunoassay (EIA) technology.
- Results help doctors decide if further tests are needed.
When to Get Tested
You may need this test if you're experiencing symptoms like joint pain, fatigue, rashes, or frequent fevers that suggest an autoimmune condition. It’s also done if your doctor suspects connective tissue disease.
Sample Type
A blood sample is required for the ANA/ANF test.
Test Preparation
No fasting or special preparation is needed. Just inform your doctor about any medications you take.
Understanding Your Results
A positive ANA may suggest an autoimmune disorder, but it does not confirm a diagnosis. A negative result makes autoimmune disease less likely. If positive, further tests are often done to pinpoint the specific condition.
HOW DOES HOME SAMPLE COLLECTION WORK?
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SELECT YOUR
TEST -
SELECT HOME
COLLECTION OPTION -
SELECT TIME, DATE
& PAY ONLINE -
OUR COLLECTION
AGENT VISITS YOU -
TESTING DONE
AT LAB -
VIEW/DOWNLOAD
YOUR REPORT ONLINE
Avail home collection through an easy 6-stage process. Visit our website and select the prescribed test. Choose the Home Collection option. Select the time and date, then pay online or pay after availing our service. Our collection agent will visit you and take a sample, while following all the necessary precautions. We will perform the required tests at our state-of-our-art lab. Once the results arrive, you can view or download your report online. Taking a test couldn’t be easier or safer than at Ayushman Diagnostics.
