Anti-Nucleosome Antibody Test | Lahalak Medical Platform
A specialized test for early detection of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and assessing its activity, especially in kidney involvement, providing insights to prevent serious complications and improve quality of life.
Scientific name: Anti-Nucleosome Antibody Test
A serological test to detect autoantibodies directed against nucleosome complexes, the basic building blocks of chromatin (composed of DNA wrapped around histone proteins). These antibodies are commonly found in systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and are associated with disease activity, particularly lupus nephritis. Their specificity for SLE is hi...
Service type
Laboratory test (Blood)
Duration
10-15 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- Analysis to detect Anti-Nucleosome antibodies in blood serum.
- Consult a rheumatologist or nephrologist to interpret the results.
- Personal support services from Halak.
Medical Service Information
Conditions & Notices
- Fasting is not required for the test.
- It is often requested as part of the advanced laboratory evaluation of suspected or known lupus, particularly when assessing disease activity or the risk of kidney involvement.
- It should be performed in a laboratory specializing in autoimmune diseases.
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