C ANCA Test

C ANCA Test

What is the C ANCA Test?

This test checks for ANCA (antineutrophil cytoplasmic antibodies) in your blood. Antibodies are proteins produced by the immune system to fight viruses and bacteria. But ANCAs accidentally kill healthy neutrophils (a type of white blood cell). This can cause autoimmune vasculitis. 

Types of Autoimmune vasculitis are:

• Granulomatosis polyangiitis (GPA), Wegener's disease. It most often affects the lungs, kidneys, and sinuses.

• Microangiitis (MPA): This illness can impact the lungs, kidneys, neurological system, and skin.

• Eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis (EGPA): Skin and lungs is commonly affected. It causes asthma.

• Polyarteritis nodosa (PAN): This illness commonly affects the heart, kidneys, skin, and CNS.

This test can be used to diagnose Autoimmune vasculitis, including Wegener's granulomatosis and Microscopic Polyangiitis. Patients with classical/limited end-organ involvement Wegener's granulomatosis have autoantibodies against PR3. Antibodies to MPO (p-ANCA) are common in Microscopic Polyangiitis.

Why Done? 

If you are experiencing signs of autoimmune vasculitis, your doctor may recommend that you have an ANCA test. Among the signs and symptoms are:

• Fever
• Fatigue
• Loss of weight
• Aches and pains in the muscles and/or joints

Procedure: 

You'll have blood extracted from an arm vein. 

How does one prepare for the test? 

Overnight fasting is a must for this test.

Required Documents for C ANCA Test:

• Doctor prescription. 
• A valid government ID.

After Care: 

No particular type of care is required.

Cost of C ANCA Test in Delhi: 

The C ANCA Test or ANCA (Antineutrophil Cytoplasmic Antibodies) Test cost varies by region and facility. So constantly get tested at trustworthy diagnostic centers like Ganesh Diagnostic. It is staffed by trained and experienced professionals to assure patient and visitor safety.