Anti-Smooth Muscle Antibody Test
SMA Blood Test
Lab locations: UK / Ireland
Results by Email
Date of Birth Requirement
Regular price
£99.00 GBP
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Overview:
Our SMA (Smooth Muscle Antibody) Blood Test is a specialised diagnostic tool designed to detect the presence of smooth muscle antibodies in your bloodstream. These antibodies are markers of autoimmune activity against smooth muscle cells, which can indicate autoimmune hepatitis and other autoimmune disorders. Early detection through the SMA Blood Test enables timely and effective management of these conditions, enhancing your quality of life and preventing potential complications.
Who Is This Test For?
This test is ideal for individuals experiencing one or more of the following:
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Symptoms of Autoimmune Hepatitis:
- Persistent fatigue or unexplained tiredness
- Jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes)
- Abdominal discomfort or pain, especially in the upper right quadrant
- Unexplained weight loss
- Joint pain, swelling, or stiffness
- Muscle weakness
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Individuals with a Family History of Autoimmune Disorders:
- Genetic predisposition to conditions like autoimmune hepatitis, lupus, or other autoimmune diseases
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Those Undergoing Treatment for Liver Conditions:
- Monitoring the progression of known autoimmune liver diseases
- Assessing the effectiveness of ongoing treatments
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People with Abnormal Liver Function Tests:
- Elevated liver enzymes detected through routine blood tests indicating potential autoimmune activity
What this Test Includes:
Sample needed:
Why choose the SMA Blood Test?
- Early Detection of Autoimmune Disorders: Identifies smooth muscle antibodies early, allowing for prompt intervention and management of autoimmune hepatitis and related conditions.
- Comprehensive Insights: Helps diagnose a wide range of autoimmune disorders, providing a clear picture of your immune system’s activity.
- Monitor Disease Progression: Useful for tracking the progression of known autoimmune liver diseases and adjusting treatment plans accordingly.
- Accurate and Reliable: Uses advanced laboratory techniques to ensure precise measurement of SMA levels.
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Clear and Detailed Results: Receive an easy-to-understand report that explains your SMA levels and their implications for your health.
Results:
- Availability: 3 working days
- Presentation: Your results will be presented in a clear and concise format, highlighting any areas of concern. Reference ranges will be provided to help you interpret your SMA levels.
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Discuss with a Doctor: After receiving your results, you may choose to discuss them with a GP who can provide further insights and advise on appropriate actions (additional fee applies).
Preparation Required:
- Fasting: No fasting is required for this test.
- Medications: Continue taking any prescribed medications as usual unless advised otherwise by your doctor.
- Purchase your test(s) online making sure to give the name and date of birth of the person(s) taking the test. These details are required by the lab to uniquely identify your sample.
- You will get a confirmation email from us.
- We will process your order within an hour; Mon-Fri 9am-5pm.
- Then, look out for the booking link email from our partner laboratory, Randox Health.
- Click on the link to book an appointment for your test.
- Attend to do your test.
- Results are emailed to you.
All laboratories need information regarding the client to uniquely identify their test sample.
Without these details, tests cannot be processed.
The minimum requirement is the full name, biological sex and date of birth.
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We ask for your Biological Sex because NORMAL RANGES for some tests are different for men and women.