Autoimmune Hepatitis Panel
Tests for antibodies associated with autoimmune hepatitis, a condition where the immune system attacks the liver. It helps in diagnosing and managing the disease.
Overview of Autoimmune Hepatitis Panel in Idukki
The Autoimmune Hepatitis (AIH) Panel is a group of blood tests that helps identify antibodies linked to autoimmune liver diseases, including autoimmune hepatitis. In this condition, the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks healthy liver cells, which may lead to ongoing inflammation and liver damage if left untreated. This panel checks for specific autoantibodies such as ANA (Antinuclear Antibody) by IFA(Immunofluorescence Assay), Anti-Smooth Muscle Antibody (ASMA), Liver-Kidney Microsomal Antibody (LKM), and Anti-Mitochondrial Antibody(AMA), giving doctors valuable information to support the diagnosis and differentiate between various autoimmune liver disorders.
Who Should Get This Test Done?
This test may be recommended for:
● Individuals with persistent or unexplained abnormal liver function test results.
● Individuals experiencing symptoms such as fatigue, jaundice, abdominal discomfort, or unexplained itching.
● Individuals suspected of having autoimmune hepatitis or other autoimmune liver diseases.
● Individuals with a personal or family history of autoimmune disorders affecting the liver.
● Individuals advised by their doctor to investigate the cause of chronic liver inflammation.
Why Consider This Test?
When liver-related symptoms or abnormal blood test results raise concerns, this panel can provide important clues about their possible cause.
● Helps detect antibodies associated with autoimmune hepatitis.
● Supports the evaluation of chronic or unexplained liver inflammation.
● Assists in distinguishing autoimmune liver disease from other liver conditions.
● Aids doctors in planning further investigations and treatment decisions.
● Useful for assessing individuals with suspected autoimmune liver disorders.
More Information
The Autoimmune Hepatitis Panel combines multiple antibody tests to provide a broader picture of the immune system’s response against the liver. Since different autoimmune liver diseases can produce different antibodies, testing them together improves the overall clinical assessment. The results are always considered alongside medical history, symptoms, liver function tests, and other diagnostic findings to help healthcare providers arrive at an accurate diagnosis.
Other Names
● AIH Antibody Panel
● Autoimmune Liver Disease Panel
● Hepatitis Autoantibody Profile
● ANA ASMA LKM AMA Panel
● Autoimmune Hepatitis Serology Panel
● Liver Autoantibody Screen
● Primary Biliary Cholangitis and AIH Panel
● Autoimmune Hepatobiliary Panel
● Liver Autoimmune Marker Panel
Test included
- Ana
- Primary Intensity On If
- Ana Pattern
- End Point Titre
- Asma
- Endpoint Titre
- Liver-kidney-micro Abs
- Ama
- Endpoint Titre
Doctor information
Test code
1019A
CPT and Loinc codes
Department
- Eia - Auto Immune
- Autoimmune-ifa
Turn around time
Same Day
Performing locations
6 labs across India
Specimen vol. and vacutainer information
| Specimen | Vacutainer | Volume |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Yellow Vacutainer | 1.5 ML |
Specimen stability information
Serum
Package price
₹3035
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