Histone Antibodies Blood Test

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Feature	Labcorp	Quest Diagnostics
Price	Coming soon	$26.49
Results in	—	~5 business days
Sample type	—	Blood Serum
Require fasting	—	No

About the test

Histone antibody is present in 80-95% of patients with drug-induced Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), 20-50% of patients with idiopathic SLE, and infrequently in patients with other autoimmune connective tissue diseases.

Included biomarkers & Reference ranges

Biomarker	Reference range
Histone Antibodies Measures antibodies against histones, proteins that package DNA, mainly used to help evaluate drug-induced lupus and other lupus-like autoimmune conditions.	—

Reference ranges vary by lab, age, and sex (M/F). Your report shows your exact range. Click any biomarker to see its optimal range and what your results mean.

Preparation

Overnight fasting is preferred.
Fasting means you don't eat or drink anything except water.
Your doctor should provide any special instructions related to fasting for your test. Always follow your doctor's instructions.

How it works

1. Order online No referral or insurance
2. Get a requisition By email in 24–72 hours
3. Visit a draw center Bring a matching photo ID
4. Get results Securely by email

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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