Anti SS-A Antibody
Understanding Anti SS-A Antibody
What is Anti SS-A Antibody?
The Anti SS-A Antibody test measures the presence of SSA (Ro) antibodies in the blood. These antibodies are important markers for systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and Sjögren's syndrome (SS), helping in the diagnosis and monitoring of these conditions. This test helps monitor disease activity and treatment effectiveness in patients already diagnosed with SLE or SS and also helps evaluate patients with symptoms such as joint pain, fatigue, dry eyes, mouth, or skin, suggestive of autoimmune conditions. This test is recommended if you exhibit symptoms associated with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) or Sjögren's syndrome (SS), such as joint pain, fatigue, dry eyes, mouth, and skin, if you have a family history of autoimmune diseases, or if you have been diagnosed with SLE or SS and need to monitor disease activity or assess the efficacy of treatment. However, abnormal results do not confirm a diagnosis on their own. Further evaluation, including medical history, physical examination, and additional diagnostic tests, is needed to make an accurate diagnosis.
Please note: This is an outsourced test. The sample for this test is collected by TATA 1MG and processed at a NABL accredited partnered lab.
What does Anti SS-A Antibody measure?
The Anti SS-A Antibody test also known as the Anti-Ro antibody test, detects antibodies against the SS-A (Ro) antigen, which is commonly linked to autoimmune diseases such as systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), Sjögren's syndrome, and other connective tissue disorders. A positive result can indicate an increased risk of developing these conditions and is especially useful in diagnosing Sjögren’s syndrome. It also helps assess the risk of complications like neonatal lupus or congenital heart block in infants born to mothers with anti-SS-A antibodies. While a negative result generally suggests these conditions are less likely but does not completely rule them out as some individuals with these autoimmune conditions may not have detectable Anti SS-A antibodies.
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