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Autoimmune Disorder Panel in New Mexico

Below is a plain-language overview of the autoimmune disorder panel. An autoimmune disorder panel is a group of blood tests that looks for signs of an immune system that may be attacking the body's own tissues. It can help a clinician evaluate persistent symptoms such as joint pain, fatigue, or unexplained rashes.

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

Lab requirements in New Mexico

Here is what you need before ordering and completing the Autoimmune Disorder Panel in NM. 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
Preparation is usually minimal, but some laboratories may ask you to avoid certain foods or medications before the draw. Always follow the specific instructions provided by the collection…
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

This panel combines several blood tests that detect autoantibodies, which are proteins the immune system sometimes makes against the body's own cells. It may also include general markers of inflammation. The exact set of tests can vary by laboratory and by the reason the panel is ordered.

What it measures

  • Antinuclear antibodies (ANA) — A common screening marker for autoimmune activity
  • Rheumatoid factor (RF) — An antibody often associated with rheumatoid arthritis
  • Anti-cyclic citrullinated peptide (anti-CCP) — A more specific marker for rheumatoid arthritis
  • Erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) — A general sign of inflammation in the body
  • C-reactive protein (CRP) — Another general marker of inflammation
  • Complete blood count (CBC) — Provides a broad look at blood cell counts

What the test involves

A blood sample is collected from a vein in your arm using a standard blood draw. The sample is then sent to a laboratory for analysis.

Why it is often ordered

A clinician may order this panel when symptoms suggest the immune system could be involved, such as ongoing joint stiffness, muscle weakness, skin changes, or unexplained fatigue. It is used to help narrow down possible causes, not to confirm a specific diagnosis on its own.

Preparation

Preparation is usually minimal, but some laboratories may ask you to avoid certain foods or medications before the draw. Always follow the specific instructions provided by the collection lab.

How results are reported

Results are typically reported as positive, negative, or a numerical value for each marker in the panel. Reference ranges vary by laboratory, so your results should be interpreted in the context of the lab that performed the test and your overall health picture.

Before you go

  • Whether any fasting or medication changes are needed before the draw
  • Which specific tests are included in the panel at the collection site
  • How and when results will be shared with you and your clinician

Cities

Autoimmune Disorder Panel in New Mexico communities

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

Albuquerque765,693Autoimmune Disorder PanelLas Cruces141,399Autoimmune Disorder PanelRio Rancho102,403Autoimmune Disorder PanelSanta Fe99,439Autoimmune Disorder PanelRoswell48,347Autoimmune Disorder PanelFarmington46,696Autoimmune Disorder PanelHobbs39,476Autoimmune Disorder PanelClovis38,505Autoimmune Disorder PanelSouth Valley36,583Autoimmune Disorder PanelCarlsbad31,525Autoimmune Disorder PanelAlamogordo31,201Autoimmune Disorder PanelGallup21,901Autoimmune Disorder PanelLos Lunas17,072Autoimmune Disorder PanelSunland Park16,488Autoimmune Disorder PanelDeming14,730Autoimmune Disorder PanelChaparral14,098Autoimmune Disorder PanelLos Alamos13,270Autoimmune Disorder PanelLas Vegas13,247Autoimmune Disorder PanelArtesia12,637Autoimmune Disorder PanelNorth Valley12,594Autoimmune Disorder PanelPortales12,151Autoimmune Disorder PanelLovington11,505Autoimmune Disorder PanelEspañola10,492Autoimmune Disorder PanelSilver City9,694Autoimmune Disorder PanelGrants9,208Autoimmune Disorder PanelBernalillo9,049Autoimmune Disorder PanelAnthony8,748Autoimmune Disorder PanelSocorro8,553Autoimmune Disorder PanelCorrales8,488Autoimmune Disorder PanelShiprock8,452Autoimmune Disorder PanelRuidoso7,636Autoimmune Disorder PanelBloomfield7,514Autoimmune Disorder PanelBelen7,374Autoimmune Disorder PanelZuni Pueblo7,012Autoimmune Disorder PanelTaos6,524Autoimmune Disorder PanelAztec6,283Autoimmune Disorder PanelNorth Hobbs6,148Autoimmune Disorder PanelEdgewood6,106Autoimmune Disorder PanelRaton6,082Autoimmune Disorder PanelTruth or Consequences6,078Autoimmune Disorder PanelSanta Teresa6,037Autoimmune Disorder PanelLos Ranchos de Albuquerque5,904Autoimmune Disorder PanelWhite Rock5,716Autoimmune Disorder PanelEldorado at Santa Fe5,419Autoimmune Disorder PanelTucumcari5,221Autoimmune Disorder PanelEl Cerro Mission5,103Autoimmune Disorder PanelCrouch Mesa4,997Autoimmune Disorder PanelLos Chaves4,938Autoimmune Disorder PanelRio Communities4,904Autoimmune Disorder PanelLee Acres4,851Autoimmune Disorder PanelParadise Hills4,442Autoimmune Disorder PanelMeadow Lake4,248Autoimmune Disorder PanelKirtland AFB4,142Autoimmune Disorder PanelHolloman AFB4,128Autoimmune Disorder PanelLa Cienega4,110Autoimmune Disorder PanelBosque Farms4,010Autoimmune Disorder PanelPlacitas3,863Autoimmune Disorder PanelPeralta3,392Autoimmune Disorder PanelChimayo3,208Autoimmune Disorder PanelVado3,199Autoimmune Disorder Panel