Anti Inositol Antibodies Test

For measuring the level of Anti Inositol Antibodies present in the blood, Anti Inositol test is performed. For the confirmation of Antiphospholipid Syndrome, this test is suggested by the doctor. The Antiphospholipid (APS) is a type of disorder in which the immune system mistakenly attacks the normal protein in the blood. While the antibodies are proteins that the body produces in response of harmful substances called as “Antigens”. APS can lead to many health problems such as heart attack, kidney damage, deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism. Also, pregnancy related problem such as multiple miscarriages, premature birth and miscarriage in late pregnancy are the causes due to APS.

There is no special preparation for the Anti Inositol Antibodies test. If you are taking some medications, then it is better to inform the doctor about it. Depending upon your condition, the doctor would suggest some instructions. If you don’t have any allergies, then the test can be easily carried out at any time in the entire day.

Based on your blood test and previous medical history, the doctor will be able to diagnose antiphospholipid antibody syndrome (APS). For the three types of APS antibodies i.e. anti cardiolipin, beta-2 glycoprotein and lupus anticoagulant, the blood test is being conducted. A hematologist is often involved in taking care of people who have APS. The hematologist is a specialist in diagnosing and treating the blood diseases and disorders. Two times blood test is being directed by the doctor for APS diagnosis. It is because a short-infection can also show positive results. Therefore, a second test is conducted after a gap of 12 days from the first test. After viewing both reports of blood test the doctor is able to draw the conclusion.

Using the ELISA (Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay) method, the Anti Inositol Antibodies test is conducted. In the ELISA test method antibodies and color change are being used for identifying a substance. The ELISA is also known as EIA. It is a simple test that involves a blood sample of patient for testing. With the aid of antiseptic spray, the healthcare will cleanse your arm. For drawing a small amount of blood, a needle will be inserted in one of the veins. In a tube, the sample of blood is collected and send to the laboratory for analysis. After the removal of needle from the arm, a little bit pain might be there for few minutes.