Anti Nuclear Antibody (ANA-Elisa) Test In Kolkata - Price & Details

Most autoimmune conditions do not have a permanent cure, but with proper management and treatment, the conditions can be regulated. The autoantibodies that the body produces to fight its own healthy cells are called ANA or antinuclear antibodies as they attack the nucleus of the healthy cells.

The ANA test helps the doctor diagnose these autoimmune conditions:

• Systemic lupus erythematosus
• Addison’s disease
• Sjogren’s syndrome
• Raynaud’s phenomenon
• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Scleroderma
• Polymyositis

The ANA test can be done by visiting any hospital or diagnostic centre in Kolkata, but PharmEasy Labs offers many additional benefits and advantages. The test can be done from the comfort of your home by using the at-home sample collection facility without the need to step out of the home and go to a diagnostic centre. The services can be booked from any major town or city, and there are more than 500 tests to choose from.

PharmEasy Labs is fully automated and barcoded, using the latest technology. This ensures that the test results are accurate and precise. You save money as well, as the tests are affordable and discounts are available too. The turnaround time for report generation is very quick so that you can get timely medical action.

Due to several factors, the cost of an ANA test may vary. Nevertheless, the standard price for an ANA test at PharmEasy in Kolkata typically ranges from INR 375 to INR 935. Consider checking and comparing ANA test prices in major cities across India.

If the doctor observes any symptoms of an autoimmune disease, they will prescribe the ANA test. These symptoms are:

• Rashes on the skin
• Skin discolouration
• Chills
• Fever
• Diarrhoea
• Exhaustion
• Hair fall

There are no special preparations that have to be made before the ANA test. If you are taking medicines for blood pressure or seizures, you should let the doctor know beforehand as these can affect the accuracy of the tests.

During the ANA Test

After you book an appointment for the ANA test, a phlebotomist is assigned who comes to your house to collect the blood sample. The process is seamless and quick, and hygiene is maintained throughout. The phlebotomist first identifies the best vein to draw blood from using a vein finder device, then they clean the area with ethanol, before drawing the blood using sterilised needles and wearing gloves. The process is complete in 5 to 10 minutes.

The positive presence of antinuclear antibodies can affect the patient's health. At the same time, negative presence does not affect the patient's health—the normal ranges for detecting antinuclear antibodies.

• The average or negative presence of ANA titer is measured as less than or equal to 1:40.
• The average significant results of ANA titer are measured as 1:80 or lower.
• The strongly positive ANA titer is measured in between the 1:160.

The normal values, parameters, and reference ranges of the test may vary from lab to lab. Please refer to the ranges mentioned in the report and consult a doctor to understand the interpretation of lab reports.

There are mild to severe health problems due to the high positive presence of antinuclear antibodies in the blood. At the same time, the negative value does not affect anyone's health.

• High positive presence of ANA (Elisa)

1. Sjögren's syndrome: It is a type of autoimmune disease and chronic disorder that causes insufficient moisture production in certain body glands, including the saliva-producing and tear-producing glands. In addition to Sjögren's syndrome, there are other related diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis and lupus.
2. Scleroderma: A chronic but rare autoimmune disease in which normal tissue is replaced with thick tissue with extra collagen. It most often affects the skin, and scleroderma also can affect many other parts of the body like joints, bones, etc.

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Although the ANA test is a commonly performed blood test with minimal risk of complications, it is important to be aware of the following issues and seek medical help if they arise:

Risks / Possible Complications

• Excessive bleeding from the puncture site
• Irritation or swelling at the site

Limitations

• Possible interference with test outcomes caused by machine or human errors
• Misinterpretation of the markers