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ANA Blood Test – Antinuclear Antibodies Testing in North Carolina

ANA Blood Test – Antinuclear Antibodies Testing can be ordered without a referral from your own doctor, and this guide covers what to expect. An ANA blood test checks for antinuclear antibodies, which can be a sign of an autoimmune condition. It is often used to help evaluate symptoms like joint pain, rash, or fatigue.

Sample typeBlood and/or urine at a collection lab
ReferralIncluded — no referral from your own doctor needed

Lab requirements in North Carolina

Here is what you need before ordering and completing the ANA Blood Test – Antinuclear Antibodies Testing in NC. Review each item and confirm the details with the collection lab.

Physician's order
Included. A physician's order is required for lab testing and is provided for you by our partner's physicians — no referral from your own doctor is needed.
Fasting
Some tests require fasting or avoiding certain foods or drinks beforehand. You will be informed when you order — confirm the details with the collection lab.
Preparation
In most cases, no special preparation is needed for an ANA blood test. Follow the instructions provided by the collection site or laboratory, as their requirements may vary.
Sample & visit
A blood and/or urine sample is collected; the visit usually takes about 10 minutes.
Identification
Bring the lab requisition form from your account. The collection lab may also ask for a government-issued photo ID.
Turnaround
1-3 business days
Availability
Our partner lab does not serve ND, RI, NY, NJ, MD or HI. Confirm availability for your location with the collection lab.

Before you go

  • Order your test before visiting a lab, then use the requisition form in your account.
  • Print the requisition form, or fax it to the lab directly from your account.
  • No scheduling is needed — visit the collection lab during its normal business hours.
  • A blood and/or urine sample is collected; the visit usually takes about 10 minutes.
  • Bring a government-issued photo ID in case the lab requests it.
  • Results are posted to your secure account within 1–3 business days.

Requirements are summarized from our partner lab's published policies. Preparation and availability can change — confirm current instructions with the collection lab before your visit.

What this test is

The antinuclear antibody test looks for antibodies that bind to structures inside the cell nucleus. These antibodies are more common in certain autoimmune diseases, but they can also appear in people without any illness. The test is one piece of information and is interpreted alongside symptoms and other findings.

What it measures

  • Antinuclear antibodies (ANA) — Presence and amount of antibodies that target the cell nucleus
  • ANA titer — The highest dilution at which antibodies are still detected
  • ANA pattern — The staining pattern seen under the microscope, such as homogeneous or speckled

What the test involves

A health professional collects a small sample of blood, usually from a vein in your arm. The sample is then sent to a laboratory for analysis.

Why it is often ordered

A clinician may order an ANA test when someone has symptoms that could suggest an autoimmune condition, such as persistent joint pain, skin changes, or unexplained fatigue. It is also sometimes used to help monitor a known autoimmune condition, but it is not a stand-alone diagnostic test.

Preparation

In most cases, no special preparation is needed for an ANA blood test. Follow the instructions provided by the collection site or laboratory, as their requirements may vary.

How results are reported

Results are typically reported as a titer and a pattern, with a note about whether the result is considered positive or negative based on the laboratory's reference range. Reference ranges and reporting methods can differ between laboratories, so your clinician will interpret the result in the context of your overall health.

Before you go

  • Whether any special preparation is needed for your test
  • How and when you will receive your results
  • If other tests will be done at the same time

Cities

ANA Blood Test – Antinuclear Antibodies Testing in North Carolina communities

Choose your city for local context and to order this test.

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