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Dna antibodies (double stranded)

This is an important test used to help diagnosis of SLE.

Venous blood
1 tests included
4 days turnaround

£89.00

£69.00

About Dna antibodies (double stranded)

What are anti-dsDNA antibodies?

The anti-dsDNA antibody test checks for autoantibodies which target double-stranded DNA (dsDNA), the genetic code present in every somatic cell of the body. Antibodies are proteins typically produced by the immune system to target and protect against harmful entities.In some cases, the immune system can malfunction, producing antibodies which target and attack the body’s own cells. Disorders caused by this process are called autoimmune diseases. The presence of anti-dsDNA antibodies is associated with more severe forms of the autoimmune condition systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE).

Why take the test?

This test screens for antibodies which target dsDNA. It is typically used to aid the diagnosis of SLE.

 

What's tested

Autoimmunity

How it works

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Purchase your Kit

Just order a test online and get your kit delivered right to your door unless you are ordering a COVID-19 Fit to Fly test where you will be given appointment options to attend our clinics across the United Kingdom for a nose and throat swab PCR test at the checkout stage.

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Take your test and post

Follow our simple instructions to take your sample and post back the enclosed prepaid envelope to our accredited lab for processing. We also offer home or workplace visits by a qualified nurse. For COVID-19 Fit to Fly tests you must attend one of our partner clinics for our trained collection officers to take your sample. You will then have the results emailed to you.

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Get results directly to your dashboard

You will receive an email notification from our medical team when your results are available on your secure personalised health dashboard.

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