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Anti-SSA, also known as SSA (Ro) Antibody, is a special kind of protein made by your body's defense system. Usually, these proteins help protect you by finding and fighting off harmful germs like bacteria and viruses. However, the Anti-SSA antibody is different because it attacks a protein in your own body called Ro. This Ro protein is found in all your cells and helps with various cell functions. Having Anti-SSA in your body can give your healthcare provider important information about how your immune system is working.
If Your Levels Are High
High levels of Anti-SSA in your body might mean that your immune system is working a bit too hard and accidentally attacking your own cells. This can happen for various reasons, such as your genes, things in your environment, or even certain medications that boost your immune system. High Anti-SSA levels are often linked to autoimmune disorders like Sjögren's syndrome, which causes dry eyes and mouth, or systemic lupus erythematosus, which can affect many parts of your body. Keep in mind that having high Anti-SSA levels doesn't mean you definitely have one of these conditions, but it's a clue that can help paint a clearer picture of your overall health.
Symptoms of High Levels
Symptoms of high levels of Anti-SSA could include fatigue, joint pain, skin rashes, dry eyes and mouth, and in some cases, organ dysfunction such as kidney or heart problems.
If Your Levels are Low
Low levels of Anti-SSA antibodies might mean that your body isn't producing as many of these proteins as expected. This can happen for various reasons, such as your individual immune response, certain medications like immunosuppressants, or other factors that affect your immune system. It's important to remember that Anti-SSA antibodies are often linked to autoimmune conditions where the body mistakenly attacks its own cells. However, having low levels doesn't necessarily mean you don't have these conditions, as everyone's immune response can be different.
Symptoms of Low Levels
Symptoms of low levels of Anti-SSA may not be easily noticeable, as they are not directly linked to the antibody levels. However, general signs of an underactive immune system could potentially be observed, such as frequent infections or prolonged recovery times.
This test measures antinuclear antibodies and other related markers to help diagnose autoimmune disease. Antinuclear antibodies are present in systemic lupus erythematosus, Sjogren’s Syndrome, scleroderma, mixed connective tissue disease, drug-induced lupus, and rheumatoid arthritis.
ANA Screen + 11 ANA Components by Access Med Labs
Serum
The ANA Screen detects the presence of clinically relevant circulating autoantibodies in serum. Antinuclear antibodies are present in systemic lupus erythematosus, Sjogren’s Syndrome, scleroderma, mixed connective tissue disease, drug induced lupus, and rheumatoid arthritis.
ANA 11 Components (no ANA Screen) by Access Med Labs
Serum
This test measures 11 antinuclear antibodies to help diagnose autoimmune disease. Antinuclear antibodies are present in systemic lupus erythematosus, Sjogren’s Syndrome, scleroderma, mixed connective tissue disease, drug-induced lupus, and rheumatoid arthritis.
SS-A (Ro) Abs by Access Labcorp Draw
Serum
This is a single-marker test measuring SS-A autoantibodies. It is used to help diagnose Sjogren’s syndrome.
SS-A (Ro) Abs by Access Med Labs
Serum
This is a single-marker test measuring SS-A autoantibodies. It is used to diagnose Sjogren’s syndrome.