| EX1854 SJOGREN’S SYNDROME ANTIBODIES |
| Specimen: |
2 mL (1 mL min.) serum from 1 SST. Ship refrigerated or frozen. |
| Stability: |
| Room |
Refrigerated |
Frozen |
| 2 hrs |
1 week |
4 weeks |
|
| Method: |
Enzyme Immunoassay |
| Comment: |
Also, see EXTRACTABLE NUCLEAR ANTIGENS. |
| Report: |
Contact us to know the TAT. |
| Usage: |
SSA/Ro & SSB/La are extractable nuclear antigens. SS-A/Ro antibodies occur in patients with Sjogren’s syndrome (90%), Lupus erythematosus (40-60%) & Rheumatoid arthritis. SS-B/La antibodies occur in patients with Sjogren’s syndrome (60%) &Lupus erythematosus (15%). This assay is useful for evaluating patients with signs and symptoms of connective tissue disorder in whom ANA is positive. |
| Doctor Specialty: |
Rheumatologist |
| Disease: |
Autoimmune disorders |
| Components: |
*SS-A/Ro *SS-B/La |
| Courier Charges: |
0.00 |
| Home Collection: |
Available (*T&C Apply) |
| Department: |
Immunology |
| Pre Test Information: |
No special preparation required |
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