ANCA Vasculitides
Also known as: Neutrophil Cytoplasmic Antibodies, ANCA Panel for Vasculitis, Serum
Use
Testing for anti‑neutrophil cytoplasmic antibodies (P‑ANCA and/or C‑ANCA) is useful in establishing the diagnosis of suspected vasculitic disorders such as crescentic glomerulonephritis, microscopic polyarteritis, and Churg‑Strauss syndrome, as well as associations with inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, primary sclerosing cholangitis), autoimmune hepatitis, drug‑induced lupus, systemic lupus erythematosus, and Felty’s syndrome. ([healthlabtesting.com](https://healthlabtesting.com/Test%20Directory/Test%20Directory%20Item.aspx?itemGuid=027bef0d-40ac-440f-af4d-4342d752009b&utm_source=openai))
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Methodology
Immunoassay (Multiplex Protein Panel)
Biomarkers
Result Turnaround Time
3-6 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Serum
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.3 mL
Container
Red/Yellow Top Tube (SST)
Causes for Rejection
Gross hemolysis
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 7 days |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | 30 days |
