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86038 Antinuclear antibodies

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: ANA, antinuclear antibody screen

Antinuclear antibody (ANA) test detects autoantibodies against nuclear antigens using immunofluorescence microscopy, screening for systemic autoimmune diseases.

Clinical Context

Primary screening test for systemic lupus erythematosus and other connective tissue diseases. Positive results require pattern recognition and reflex testing for specific antibodies.

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Specialties

ImmunologyRheumatologyClinical Pathology

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