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Using Blood Tests to Diagnose Lupus

Lupus is an autoimmune disease that can be difficult to diagnose because the symptoms can mimic other health problems. However, there are specific tests that can help doctors confirm the diagnosis of lupus. One such test is a blood test, which may reveal a number of indicators of lupus.

The first step in diagnosing lupus is to evaluate symptoms. If doctors suspect that a person may have lupus, a complete medical history and physical tests are done to look for signs of the disease. Laboratory tests, such as blood, urine, and x-rays, are also done.

And Kalstein has the right team in place to conduct these assessments. It has the best and innovative Coagulation Analyser, which has a special test vessel location system, adding sample support, and an advanced optical light combination system ensures a precision result.

Analyser Performance

The blood test is an important part of the diagnosis of lupus, as it can reveal a number of indicators of the disease. In particular, doctors look for specific antibodies that may indicate the presence of lupus. These antibodies are called “antinuclear antibodies” (ANA) and are found in the blood of most people with lupus.

ANA levels can vary in people with lupus, and the presence of these antibodies does not always indicate that a person has active lupus. However, an elevated ANA level is an important indicator of lupus and can help the doctor confirm the diagnosis. Other antibodies that can be tested in the blood include anti-SSA (Ro) and anti-SSB (La) antibodies. Antibodies are found in the blood of most people with lupus, and their presence may indicate a more severe form of the disease.

Other laboratory tests that may be done to diagnose lupus include kidney function tests, blood clotting tests, and blood protein tests. These tests are done to evaluate the effects of lupus on the body and to help the doctor confirm the diagnosis.

Diagnostic Methods

In some cases, doctors may do a biopsy of the skin or other organ affected by lupus. A biopsy is a medical procedure in which a small sample of tissue is removed for examination under a microscope. This test is done to evaluate the damage caused by lupus to the affected tissue and to help the doctor confirm the diagnosis.

It is often done using a combination of tests, including medical history, symptom evaluation, blood tests, and imaging tests. With the use of these tests, doctors can confirm the diagnosis of lupus and determine the form and degree of the disease.

These devices can detect a variety of parameters that are related to lupus, including antibody levels in the blood, protein levels, and other biomarkers. Blood tests can also help determine the general state of health of a patient with lupus and whether treatment is working.

Kalstein brand coagulation analyzers

We at Kalstein are manufacturers of the best laboratory equipment with the best technology on the market. We offer you the Coagulation Analysers belonging to the YR series. Which has:

  • Top quality thermostat, precision 37°C ± 0.3°C.
  • Dispensing accuracy: CV <2%.
  • Memory for 10,000 test results.
  • Internal Thermosensitive Printer.

To obtain any type of equipment, the cost factor is important for future buyers, so the Analyzers are the ideal ones in the labs and Kalstein has it. To learn more about our products, visit the catalog on HERE  In addition, we are manufacturers and offer you the best advice to make your purchase ideal and at excellent prices. We invite you to visit our website HERE