Autoimmune Tests
Autoimmune tests are tests that are used to diagnose autoimmune diseases. Autoimmune disorders are those disorders that occur when the body's immune system attacks different organs, cells, tissues or the entire body. The immune system does not recognize the cells as one of its own and creates antibodies that attack the cells. Autoimmune testing is necessary to see if the person has organ specific autoimmune disease or generalized autoimmune disease. Autoimmune disorders fall into two general types: those that damage many organs (systemic autoimmune diseases) and those where only a single organ or tissue is directly damaged by the autoimmune process (localized). There are 80-100 diseases that occur as a result of autoimmune responses and researchers suspect at least 40 additional diseases have an autoimmune basis. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) estimates that 23.5 million Americans are affected. One blood test for autoimmune disease is C-reactive protein (CRP). Another test is ESR (erythrocyte sedimentation rate) - this is done to assess an inflammation that is not from an infection or due to other reasons. One of the most common blood tests for detecting autoimmune disorders is ANA (antinuclear antibodies). This is also known an ANF (anti-nuclear factor).
Continue ReadingAmino Acids FMV - Doctor's Data Test Kit
The Amino Acids FMV - Doctor's Data Test Kit helps determine whether you have enough protein in your diet and whether your amino acids are balanced by using a single urine sample collected upon waking. It also checks for problems with your stomach, vitamin and mineral shortages, and issues with your kidneys and liver. This test gives more details about amino acid problems than a blood test.
Myasthenia Gravis Antibody Profile
The Myasthenia Gravis Antibody Profile detects specific autoantibodies that diagnose Myasthenia Gravis (MG). A reflex titer is performed for positive Striated Muscle Antibody results.
Whole Blood Elements Kit - Doctor's Data Kit
The Whole Blood Elements Kit—Doctor's Data Kit is used to diagnose lead, mercury, or other metal poisoning. This test measures the levels of metals in the blood cells and in the serum/plasma outside the cells. Note: This is a pre-paid shipping test kit that will be mailed and it requires a blood draw. Please Click Here to locate a lab for specimen collection.
Elite Thyroid Blood Spot Profile - ZRT Test Kit
The Elite Thyroid Blood Spot Profile - ZRT Test Kit checks for various hormones related to thyroid health using a small blood sample to help doctors diagnose and treat thyroid problems, including autoimmune conditions that affect how your body uses energy.
ANA Screen, IFA, with Reflex to Titer and Pattern Bl...
An ANA test is used to detect an autoimmune reaction by measuring the amount and pattern of antibodies in your blood.
Vasoactive Intestinal Polypeptide (VIP), Plasma Test
The Vasoactive Intestinal Polypeptide (VIP), Plasma Test measures VIP levels in the blood to aid in the diagnosis of conditions such as VIPoma, neurological disorders, and gastrointestinal disorders, as well as to evaluate treatment effectiveness.
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