General Information About the Test
Test Process and Preparation
A positive test indicates the presence of antinuclear antibodies in the blood. This condition may be a sign of an autoimmune disease, but it does not provide a definitive diagnosis on its own. It needs to be supported by additional tests.
Yes. A portion of healthy individuals, especially the elderly, pregnant women, or following certain viral infections, may have a mildly positive ANA test.
No, fasting or special preparation is not required for the ANA test. It can be applied by drawing blood from the arm at any time of the day. However, since certain medications may affect the result, the doctor should be informed.
The information on this page is for informational purposes only. The results of medical tests must be evaluated by specialist physicians.
