Antinuclear Antibodies (ANA)
LABOKLIN Service ID: 179
This test is used for the serological detection of autoimmune diseases (e.g. lupus erythematodes).
| Material | serum or EDTA plasma or heparin plasma 0.5 ml |
| Method | IFAT |
| Duration | 1-2 days |
| Remark | If the test yields a negative result, a biopsy should be taken and examined, as the serological testing can be negative especially in case of local changes. Low positive titres may also occur in many general diseases. |