What is Anti-Mullerian Hormone? Anti-Mullerian Hormone Test (AMH) is a marker that is used to evaluate ovarian reserves and predict the outcome of In-vitro Fertilization (IVF) or other Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART). This test can also be used to assess the ovarian function in patients with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), to diagnose and monitor ovarian tumors, and to determine the...

What is ANTI MICROSOMAL ANTIBODY? Microsomes are found inside thyroid cells. The body produces antibodies against microsomes, when there has been some damage to these cells. Autoimmunity induces the immune system to produce antibodies against host tissue causing inflammation or impairing thyroid function. Presence of antimicrosomal antibody (AMA) is generally associated with autoimmune disorder. A positive test for AMA can indicate Hashimotos...

HEV is often transmitted through contaminated water and affects the liver. Anti HEV-IgM are antibodies produced in the body against the Hepatitis E Virus after exposure. The presence of these antibodies serves as a marker of acute HEV infection. Take the benefit of free home collection at a much affordable price just by booking the test from Thyrocare. Technique E.L.I.S.A Who...

Presence of HBcAg (core Antigen) in the cytoplasm and nucleus may reflect disease activity and predict response to antiviral treatment. Anti HBc IgM appears shortly after HBV infection and can be detected in serum soon after the appearance of circulating HBsAg and HBeAg. The levels are high during acute infection and typically disappear within 6 months, though it can...

What is Anti Hepatitis B Envelope Antigen Test. Hepatitis B Envelope Antigen (HBeAg) test is an additional test to determine whether the chronic hepatitis B infection is active or inactive. Hepatitis B Envelope Antigen can be first detected at the initial phase of hepatitis B viral infection, soon after the appearance of Hepatitis B Surface Antigen (HBsAg). The levels of...

What is Anti Hepatitis B Core Antigen?  Hepatitis B virus is the causative agent of Hepatitis B, chronic hepatitis, etc. Hepatitis B Core (HBc) antigen test is used to detect hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection in an individual. This test also helps to assess the risk of re-infection/reactivation. Presence of HBc antigen in the cytoplasm and nucleus may reflect disease...

What is Anti Hepatitis B Core Antigen? HBV core antigen (HBcAg) is a protein of 185 amino acid that together with the HBV core antigen e (HBeAg), forms the inner core of HBV. HBcAg has a strong immunogenicity and induces the production of antibodies (anti-HBc) that persist generally for life time. Anti-HBc IgM appears shortly after the onset of HBV...

What is Anti Hepatitis A Virus (HAV)? Anti-HAV test is primarily used to determine the cause of acute hepatitis or to identify the type of hepatitis virus causing an infection. Individuals produce IgM antibodies on exposure to HAV either naturally or due to vaccination. Testing for the presence of IgM antibodies against the hepatitis A virus is performed when the...

What is ANTI CCP (ACCP)? Anti-Cyclic Citrullinated Peptide (Anti CCP) is an antibody found to be present in individuals with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Measuring its levels helps in detecting as well as assessing the severity of RA. This test is available at an affordable price with home collection services. Technique E.L.I.S.A Who prescribes General Medicine, Rheumatologist Sample type SERUM Fasting Non Fasting

What is ANTI - DSDNA Test? Anti-dsDNA test looks for anti-double-stranded DNA antibodies which are autoantibodies against double-stranded DNA. Anti-dsDNA antibodies are characteristic of autoimmune disorders such as Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE). The levels of these antibodies fluctuate with disease activity. Anti-ds-DNA antibody titers may decrease with immunosuppressive therapy and when the disease is in remission. Anti-ds-DNA antibody testing is...