Anti Smith Antibody in Vadodara

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What is butterfly rash in SLE?

A butterfly rash is a rash that occurs on the face. It resembles butterfly wings across both cheeks and the body on the nose. Although it may not appear in every case of SLE, it is one of the distinguishing indications of Lupus.

Why should you book an Anti-Smith Antibody test with Sterling Accuris?

Sterling Accuris specialises in providing quick and reliable diagnostic support for hospitals, physicians, and other healthcare facilities across the country. We offer an Anti-Smith Antibody test in Vadodara  with timely reports. We also do safe home collections when required.

Does a negative test for anti-smith antibodies always indicate the absence of lupus?

Anti-smith antibodies are present only in 30 % of lupus patients. Although these antibodies are specific for SLE. Other tests are required to confirm the absence of lupus if a patient has symptoms but tests negative for anti-smith antibodies.   

Do healthy people also have anti-smith antibodies in their blood?

Anti-smith antibodies are specific for SLE. These antibodies rarely occur in people with rheumatoid disease. In healthy people, the incidence of Smith antibody occurrence is less than 1 %. 

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What makes Sterling Accuris a better pathology lab than others?

For us, precision care, safe sample collection, timely delivery of reports, and precise reporting of patient results while adhering to health and safety precautions are the cornerstone of our success.

Do you provide home visit/collection service?

Yes. We do provide home collection services at your doorstep.

Please go ahead and book your visit today from our top menu options in this website / chat or do call us on 812 813 0000.

How long does it take to receive test results?

Though most tests are completed and reported within about 24 hours of receiving the sample for testing, certain tests take several days to weeks.

Your soft copy will be sent on registered email id and Whatsapp. Also, you will receive SMS with link to download your report. Also, your report is available on our website / app.

To know the status of the report, you can call our customer care team on 812 813 0000.

Is there any preparation or precautions for patient before tests or body checkup?

Fasting maybe required in case of a few tests to ensure accurate results. 

In general, it is also advisable to abstain from alcohol and heavy diet at least for 24 hours before any health test. You can see the requirement for each test on the product page on our website / app.

Anti-Smith Antibody test in Vadodara

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Sterling Accuris offers an Anti-Smith Antibody test in Vadodara  to diagnose mixed connective tissue disease and systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). 

Overview of the Anti-Smith Antibody test 

The immune system of the body attacks self-antigens in SLE, an autoimmune disease. Multiple blood tests are recommended to detect SLE. Smith (Sm) antigens are composed of small nuclear riboprotein with proteins of different molecular weights (11 to 26 KD). Smith antibodies are autoantibodies against these Sm antigens and are present in approximately 30 % of SLE patients. Anti-Sm antibodies are frequently detected prior to diagnosis in SLE patients and are specific to their condition. 

The Anti-Smith Antibody test provides important clues about pain, soreness, or rashes caused by SLE, which is helpful for clinicians in planning treatment. Book an Anti-Smith Antibody test near you to diagnose SLE and another mixed connective tissue disease. 

Why and When is an Anti-Smith Antibody Test Done?

Smith antibodies are very specific for SLE and therefore is a confirmatory test for lupus. Anti-smith antibody test is recommended for people who are positive for other autoantibodies in a preliminary blood test. This test is done to differentiate between lupus and other autoimmune conditions. This test can be recommended to:

  • To determine how the condition is progressing
  • To assess the progress of the therapy

The following signs and symptoms of SLE can be present in a person.

  • Butterfly rash on face
  • Discoid rash (round coin-shaped sores usually on scalp and face)
  • Joint pain
  • Fever
  • Headache
  • Swelling of eyes, hands, or legs
  • Chest pain during deep breathing 
  • Arthritis
  • Glomerulonephritis 
  • Anaemia 
  • Tiredness
  • Light sensitivity

Sterling Accuris Ahmedabad offers a reliable Anti-Smith Antibody test in Vadodara with timely reports.

Anti-Smith Antibody Test: Main Highlights

  • Instructions: Fasting is not required.
  • Recommended Age: All age groups
  • Sample type for test: Blood sample in plain serum tube.

How to Interpret Anti-Smith Antibody Test Reports

The reference levels of anti-smith antibodies in adult females and males are given in the table:

Parameter

Range (AU/mL)

Anti-smith antibody: male and female

Negative: 0-29 AU/mL

Equivocal: 30-40 AU/mL 

Positive: > 41 AU/mL

Causative factors:

  • Autoimmune disorder due to genetic abnormality
  • Hormonal imbalance
  • Environment 

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