Autoimmune disorders leads to an immune system response that starts killing its own antigens  and thus causing self harm. ANA test detects antinuclear antibodies (ANA) in blood by ELISA technology. The test targets certain structures within the nucleus of a cell, it can assist in diagnosing autoimmune disorders

The blood test measures the presence of Anti nuclear antibodies which are responsible for some of the autoimmune diseases.

If you have these symptoms, your doctor may suggest an ANA test:

• Joint and/or muscle pain, stiffness, or swelling
• Tiredness
• Recurring or persistent fever
• A butterfly-like red rash that covers the cheeks and the end of the nose
• Weakness
• Light sensitivity
• Numbness and tingling in your hands or feet
• Hair loss

The APL test is a simple blood test with no fasting requirement before the test. The blood sample can be taken by the phlebotomist at a pathology lab or at home. At Maurya Labs, Purnea the test is done using Elisa Strip Reader from USA. The sample collection takes less than a minute.