Mitochondrial Antibody (AMA), IFA in Dilution Test Cost & Procedure

This test is exclusively done to identify the disease called Primary Biliary Cirrhosis.

What is Primary biliary cirrhosis?

The bile ducts are tube-like structures used for the stockpile and conveyance of bile juices from the liver to the small intestine in the human body. Bile is a fluid produced to help in digestion. The bile ducts all together cluster and form the biliary tract.

When the bile ducts swell up, this obstructs the flow of bile. The blockage of bile flow may lead to liver scarring, known as Cirrhosis. This is called biliary cirrhosis.

Causes of Primary Biliary Cirrhosis:

It is an inherited disorder in which the antibodies produced by the body's immune system to fight against germs start killing healthy cells. This condition may lead to the following diseases

• Dry eyes
• Dry mouth
• Celiac disease
• Thyroid

What are the Symptoms of PBC?

Symptoms seen are

• Loss of appetite
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Loss of weight
• Energy drainage
• Tight stools
• Tiredness
• Pain in abdomen

What are mitochondria?

It is the most vital cell organelle w, which is also popularly known as the cell's powerhouse. It generates power in the body to utilize. It furthermore assists in the healthy functioning of the body.

What is ANA?

It stands for anti-mitochondrial antibodies. They come into action to destroy their issues and cells.

Why is this test used?

The raised levels of AFA can be checked. It is also exclusively used to identify a disease called primary biliary cirrhosis.

Special requirements before the test

The physician suggests no such requirements, only that the medications you take are informed to the doctor priorly.

The procedure of the Test

• A patient's blood sample is required.
• The needle is pricked into the arm. Blood is withdrawn.
• The sample is transported for further studies.