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ENA Panel Test Description
The Extractable Nuclear Antigen (ENA) panel, also known as the ENA test or ENA Profile , is a blood test that checks for specific autoantibodies in the blood that target proteins in the cell nucleus
The immune system produces these autoantibodies and mistakenly attacks the body’s tissues, leading to inflammation and tissue damage. The ENA panel typically consists of 4 to 6 tests that check for different autoantibodies like
🧪anti-Ro
🧪 anti-La
🧪anti-Sm
🧪anti-RNP
🧪anti-Scl70
🧪anti-Jo-1
Indications of the Test
The ENA panel is usually ordered as a follow-up test after a positive Anti-Nuclear Antibody (ANA) test in individuals showing signs and symptoms of autoimmune diseases like:-
🩺Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE),
🩺Mixed Connective Tissue Disease (MCTD),
🩺Sjögren’s syndrome, and
🩺Scleroderma
It helps diagnose and distinguish between autoimmune disorders and monitor disease progression.
Patient Preparation/Instructions
No specific patient preparation is required for the ENA panel test. A blood sample is drawn from a vein in the arm to conduct the test
Typical Reference Values
The ENA panel results can be complex and are best interpreted by healthcare professionals. Positive results indicate the presence of specific autoantibodies associated with certain autoimmune diseases, while negative results suggest their absence.
Turnaround Time
The turnaround time for receiving ENA panel test results is 10 working days.
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