What is Anti cyclic-citrullinated-peptide ?
The Anti-Cyclic Citrullinated Peptide (Anti-CCP) test is a blood test used to detect antibodies that target citrullinated peptides, which are proteins involved in inflammation. The presence of these antibodies is strongly associated with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), an autoimmune disorder where the body's immune system mistakenly attacks its joints. The Anti-CCP test is highly specific for RA and can help diagnose the disease, even in its early stages. Clinicians may order an Anti-CCP test for various reasons: Diagnosing rheumatoid arthritis: The Anti-CCP test is one of the most reliable tests for diagnosing rheumatoid arthritis, particularly in patients with joint pain or swelling who have not yet been diagnosed. A positive result, especially in the presence of symptoms, strongly supports the diagnosis of RA. Differentiating rheumatoid arthritis from other forms of arthritis: Anti-CCP antibodies are highly specific for RA, so this test can help distinguish it from other types of arthritis, such as osteoarthritis or gout, which do not typically show elevated levels of Anti-CCP. Predicting the severity of rheumatoid arthritis: Higher levels of Anti-CCP antibodies are often associated with more severe and aggressive forms of rheumatoid arthritis. This information can help doctors plan the treatment approach and predict the long-term prognosis of the disease. Early detection of rheumatoid arthritis: Anti-CCP antibodies can appear in the blood several years before the clinical symptoms of RA develop. This makes the test useful in diagnosing RA early, allowing for prompt treatment to prevent joint damage and other complications. Monitoring disease progression and response to treatment: In patients with an established diagnosis of RA, the Anti-CCP test can be used to monitor the progression of the disease and assess the effectiveness of treatments. If the levels of Anti-CCP decrease, it may indicate that the treatment is working effectively.
Anti cyclic-citrullinated-peptide Report Format: Breakdown
Here’s what an ideal Anti cyclic-citrullinated-peptide report format should include:
Header Information:
- Patient Details: Full name, Age, Gender, and ID.
- TAT information: Timestamp for both sample collection and report generation.
- Doctor's Information: Name of the referral doctor, if applicable.
Test Results Section:
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Patient's results
As obvious as it is, a test report should definitely have the patient's test result.
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Result's Unit
The unit of the test result must be mentioned correctly in the report. Anti cyclic-citrullinated-peptide test is generally reported in “U/mL”
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Anti cyclic-citrullinated-peptide Normal Value / Reference Range
The report must have the normal Anti cyclic-citrullinated-peptide range. It can differ slightly based on the reagents used by the lab and other internal factors, but common Anti cyclic-citrullinated-peptide ranges are:
< 5 U/mL
Interpretations
Nowadays, most labs prefer to add interpretations to the reports, making the report more patient-friendly. Labsmart software has interpretations of all routine test pre-filled in the software.
Footer Section:
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Certifications:
Display any relevant accreditations (e.g., NABL, ISO), adding to your lab's credibility.
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Pathologist and technician signature:
It's mandatory to add a Pathologist and technician signature to the report.
CCP Interpretation
In Labsmart software, this is the inbuilt interpretation for Anti cyclic-citrullinated-peptide
Importance of adding interpretation to reports:
It's very helpful to add interpretation in reports as it makes the reports more patient friendly and also helpful to doctors in some cases. Moreover, presently most labs prefer providing reports with interpretation. Thus, adding interpretation to report will help your lab stay at par with other competitor labs.
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