BASIC BIOICHEMISTRY, Page 4

The ANA MBA (Multiplex Bead Assay) test is a modern laboratory method designed to detect antinuclear antibodies (ANA).

ANCA testing (antineutrophil cytoplasmic antibodies) is used for the diagnosis and monitoring of autoimmune diseases.

Androstenedione testing is a laboratory test that measures the level of androstenedione in the blood. Androstenedione is a steroid hormone produced by the adrenal glands,...

The anti-thyroglobulin antibody test (anti-TG) is a blood test that measures the presence of antibodies against thyroglobulin, a protein produced by the thyroid gland.

Screening for antibodies is part of pre-transfusion testing. It is also conducted in pregnant women to identify possible incompatibility between the mother and the fetus.

The Apo A1 test measures the level of apolipoprotein A1 in the blood, which is the main protein component of HDL cholesterol ("good" cholesterol).

The Apo B test measures the level of apolipoprotein B in the blood, which is the main protein component of LDL cholesterol ("bad" cholesterol).

The ASCA (anti-Saccharomyces cerevisiae antibodies) IgA and IgG test detects antibodies against the yeast Saccharomyces cerevisiae. These antibodies are often present in...

The ASMA (anti-microsomal antibodies) test is used to diagnose autoimmune hepatitis (AIH).

The AST (aspartate aminotransferase) test is a blood test that measures the level of this enzyme in the blood. Elevated AST levels may indicate cell damage in organs,...

The Bordetella parapertussis IgA, IgG test is used to detect antibodies against the Bordetella parapertussis bacterium, one of the causes of whooping cough or similar...

The C4 complement test measures the level of the C4 component, which is part of the complement system in the immune response.