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Walk-in-lab Lab Test: Centromere B Antibody Blood Test

Centromere B Antibody Blood Test

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A Centromere B Antibody blood test is used to help distinguish the amount of anticentromere antibodies to help aid in the diagnosis of a form of scleroderma also known as CREST.

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The centromere is an autoantibody that will falsely attack the body's tissues.  This test will distinguish the amount of anticentromere antibody to help aid in the diagnosis of a form of scleroderma.  Scleroderma is a collection of rare connective tissue disorders.  CREST syndrome is one form and includes the following:

  • Calcinosis - this includes calcium deposits underneath the skin
  • Raynaud phenomenon - this is episodes of decreased blood flow to the fingers and toes, as a result, they will turn white and blue
  • Esophageal dysfunction -  one will experience difficulty in swallowing, acid reflux, and heartburn
  • Sclerodactyly - hands and fingers will have tight, thick, shiny skin 
  • Telangiectasia - due to swollen capillaries, the skin will have red spots 

 

LC Sample Report QD Sample Report
Test Code(s):

16088, 164814

Also Known As:

Anticentromere B

Specimen:

Blood

Preparation:

No special preparation required.

Test Results:

4-6 days. May take longer based on weather, holiday or lab delays.


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