Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD15486Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Lab Quest DiagnosticsLab Test ID 29839
ANA Screen,IFA, with Reflex to Titer and Pattern/Lupus Panel 2
Also known as: Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), FANA, Antinuclear Antibody Screen, Fluorescent ANA, Hep-2
Clinical Use
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This test screens for antinuclear antibodies (ANA) using immunofluorescence assay (IFA)—the gold standard screening method for autoimmune diseases such as systemic lupus erythematosus. A positive ANA result reflexes automatically to determine titer and staining pattern, aiding identification of disease subtype. In the Lupus Panel 2 version, specific autoantibodies including DNA (ds) antibody, Scl‑70, SS‑A, SS‑B, Sm, and Sm/RNP are evaluated to support lupus-related diagnosis.
Special Instructions
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Limitations
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Test Details
Methodology
Immunoassay (IHC)
Biomarkers
7 targets
ANA (screen)dsDNA AntibodyScl‑70 AntibodySm AntibodySm/RNP AntibodySS‑A (Ro) AntibodySS‑B (La) Antibody
Result Turnaround Time
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Specimen Requirements
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