The test for anti-Saccharomyces cerevisiae antibodies (ASCA) is used to help distinguish between Crohn's disease (CD) and ulcerative colitis (UC), the two most common types of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Testing usually includes analyzing the two different classes of ASCA in the blood: IgG and IgA.
It is recommended when signs and symptoms of IBD appear such as: Abdominal pain and cramping, Diarrhea, Rectal bleeding, Fever, Fatigue, Joint, skin, bone, and organ-related symptoms, Delayed development and growth retardation in children.
The Anti-Saccharomyces Cerevisiae Antibody (ASCA) IgA (EIA) test: Analyzes ASCA in the blood. The Anti-Saccharomyces Cerevisiae Antibodies (ASCA) are immune proteins that are frequently present in people who have inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), a group of chronic disorders thought to be due to an autoimmune process that is marked by the swollen and damaged tissues in the lining of the intestinal tract. The common yeast found in various foods is. This correlation between the presence of the antibodies to and in their involvement in the inflammatory bowel disease process is not understood at this time.
You will get the reports within 48 hours after the collection of the blood sample.
The cost of the Anti-Saccharomyces Cerevisiae Antibody (ASCA) IgA (EIA) test is Rs. 2,150.
The Anti-Saccharomyces Cerevisiae Antibody (ASCA) IgA (EIA) test is prescribed by your doctor after completing the assessment of your condition.
>100 kU/l.
This test requires a blood sample.
This test can be taken at any time during the day.
Fasting is not required for this test.
There are no specific precautions for this test.
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