Comprehensive ANA Profile Test Panel – Autoantibody Screening for Autoimmune Diseases

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Comprehensive ANA Profile Test Panel – Autoantibody Screening for Autoimmune Diseases

The Comprehensive ANA Profile Test Panel from Lab Tests Dubai is a powerful diagnostic tooldesigned to detect 15 key autoantibodies associated with systemic autoimmune disorders. Using advanced immunoblot technology, this serum-based test provides a detailed autoantibody profile to help diagnose and differentiate conditions like:

• Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
• Sjögren’s Syndrome
• Scleroderma (Systemic Sclerosis)
• Polymyositis & Dermatomyositis
• Mixed Connective Tissue Disease (MCTD)
• Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC)

This panel includes:

• Anti-dsDNA, Anti-Smith (Sm), Anti-nRNP-Sm → SLE & MCTD
• Anti-SS-A (Ro), Anti-SS-B (La), Anti-Ro-52 → Sjögren’s
• Anti-Scl-70 (Topoisomerase I) → Diffuse Scleroderma
• Anti-CENP B → Limited Scleroderma (CREST)
• Anti-Jo-1 → Polymyositis/Dermatomyositis
• Anti-PM-Scl → Overlap syndromes
• Anti-AMA-M2 → Primary Biliary Cholangitis
• Anti-Rib.P, Anti-PCNA, Anti-Nucleosomes, Anti-Histones → SLE variants

With a 4-day turnaround time, this test empowers rheumatologists and patients with precise, actionable insights—enabling early diagnosis and targeted treatment.

Available with home blood collection, Lab Tests Dubai makes autoimmune screening accurate, fast, and patient-friendly.

Why You Need This Test

If you’re struggling with chronic fatigue, joint pain, or unexplained rashes, this test could be the missing diagnostic link.

You need the ANA Profile Panel if:

• You have positive ANA screening but unclear symptoms
• You’re being evaluated for lupus, Sjögren’s, or scleroderma
• You have Raynaud’s phenomenon, dry eyes/mouth, or skin tightening
• You suffer from muscle weakness or inflammatory arthritis
• You have family history of autoimmune disease
• You’re on immunosuppressive therapy and need baseline monitoring

Unlike a basic ANA screen, this 15-parameter immunoblot identifies specific antibodies—turning vague symptoms into a clear diagnosis.

Symptoms That Indicate This Test

Consider the ANA Profile Test if you experience:

✅ For Lupus (SLE):

• Butterfly rash (malar rash)
• Photosensitivity
• Joint pain/swelling
• Unexplained fevers or fatigue
• Kidney issues (proteinuria)

✅ For Sjögren’s Syndrome:

• Dry eyes (keratoconjunctivitis sicca)
• Dry mouth (xerostomia)
• Swollen salivary glands
• Dental decay

✅ For Scleroderma:

• Skin thickening or tightening
• Raynaud’s (white/blue fingers in cold)
• Difficulty swallowing (esophageal dysmotility)

✅ For Myositis:

• Proximal muscle weakness (difficulty climbing stairs)
• Elevated CK levels
• Gottron’s papules or heliotrope rash

✅ Other Indicators:

• Unexplained weight loss
• Neurological symptoms (headaches, seizures)
• Pericarditis or pleuritis

These symptoms may point to autoimmune disease—and this test provides laboratory confirmation.

Natural Production: Why Autoantibodies Appear in Autoimmune Disease

The immune system naturally produces antibodies to fight infections. But in autoimmune disorders, it mistakenly attacks self-antigens in the nucleus and cytoplasm of cells.

Key triggers:

• Genetic predisposition (e.g., HLA-DR variants)
• Environmental factors (UV light, infections, chemicals)
• Hormonal changes (more common in women)
• Molecular mimicry (viral proteins resemble self-antigens)

The ANA Profile Test detects these misguided autoantibodies, which serve as disease-specific biomarkers:

• Anti-dsDNA & Anti-Sm → Highly specific for SLE
• Anti-SSA/SSB → Linked to Sjögren’s & neonatal lupus
• Anti-Scl-70 → Predicts pulmonary fibrosis in scleroderma
• Anti-Jo-1 → Associated with interstitial lung disease

This test helps confirm diagnosis, assess prognosis, and guide therapy.

What Happens If Untreated? Risks of Delayed Autoimmune Diagnosis

Ignoring autoimmune symptoms can lead to: ⚠️ Organ Damage – lupus nephritis, scleroderma lung fibrosis
⚠️ Chronic Pain & Disability – joint deformities, muscle atrophy
⚠️ Vision Loss – from Sjögren’s-related keratitis
⚠️ Cardiovascular Complications – accelerated atherosclerosis
⚠️ Increased Mortality – especially in untreated SLE or PBC

Early testing allows for:

• Immunosuppressive therapy (e.g., hydroxychloroquine, steroids)
• Lifestyle modifications
• Regular monitoring to prevent flares

The sooner you test, the better your long-term outcome.

How to Prepare for the Test

Preparing for the ANA Profile Test is simple:

✅ No fasting required
✅ Continue your regular medications—but inform your doctor
✅ Avoid intense exercise or illness 24 hours before testing (can affect immune markers)
✅ Stay hydrated and relaxed

A serum blood sample is collected via standard draw—available at our labs or via home collection.

Test Overview: High-Sensitivity Immunoblot Method

Immunoblot (also called line immunoassay) offers:

• High specificity – detects individual autoantibodies
• Semi-quantitative results (weak, moderate, strong)
• Low false-positive rate vs. indirect immunofluorescence (IIF)

Results include:

• Positive/Negative status for all 15 markers
• Antibody intensity
• Clinical correlation notes

FAQs About the ANA Profile Test

Q: Is this the same as a basic ANA test?
A: No. This is a reflex panel—used after a positive ANA screen to identify specific antibodies.

Q: Can I have a negative ANA but positive ANA Profile?
A: Rare, but possible. Some antibodies (e.g., anti-SSA) may appear before ANA positivity.

Q: Can medications affect results?
A: Yes. Hydralazine, procainamide, TNF inhibitors can induce autoantibodies.

Q: Can I book without a doctor’s referral?
A: Yes! Lab Tests Dubai allows direct online booking—ideal for proactive screening.

Q: How will I get results?
A: A secure digital report is emailed within 4 business days, including all 15 markers and clinical notes.

Q: Is this test covered by insurance?
A: Yes. Autoimmune panels are medically necessary—covered by most UAE insurers.

If you’re tired of unexplained pain, fatigue, or rashes, the Comprehensive ANA Profile Test gives you the answers you need in just 4 days.