Lupus Anticoagulant

The lupus anticoagulant test screens for antibodies that cause clotting issues. An antibody is a protein found in the blood that fights microorganisms.

This test is used to look for thrombotic episodes or blood clots, PTT or partial thromboplastin time and determine why there are so many miscarriages. It is also used to look for the cause of miscarriages. It tries to figure out if the immune system is making enough antibodies. It might be good to get a lupus anticoagulation profile done when you have symptoms of blood clots in your vein or artery if you have had many miscarriages.

Why done? 

This test is ordered if:

• You have unexplained blood clots.
• You have lupus and a blood clot.
• A blood test shows your blood clots slowly.
• You keep miscarrying.

Other diseases can cause lupus anticoagulants.

Your doctor may prescribe a test if you show signs of a blood clot and have had:

• Syphilis.
• Hepatitis C (viral liver infection)
• Human herpesvirus 4 (Epstein-Barr virus) causes disorders like mononucleosis (mono)
• Free radical damage, or oxidative stress
• Medications and surgery
• These illnesses and drugs may expose cellular fat molecules, allowing antibodies to adhere and create a blood clot.

Procedure: 

You'll have blood extracted from an arm vein. 

How does one prepare for the test? 

No preparation is needed.

Required Documents for LUPUS ANTICOAGULANT Test:

• Doctor prescription. 
• A valid government ID.

After Care: 

No particular type of care is required.

Cost of LUPUS ANTICOAGULANT Test in Delhi: 

The LUPUS ANTICOAGULANT Test cost varies by region and facility. So constantly get tested at trustworthy diagnostic centres like Ganesh Diagnostic. It is staffed by trained and experienced professionals to assure patient and visitor safety.