Anti-CCP
- Useful for:
Semi-quantitative measurement of IgG autoantibodies against cyclic citrullinated peptide (CCP) in human serum. Detection of anti-CCP antibodies helps in the diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis (RA).
- Method Name: CMIA
- Other Common Names: Anti Citrullinated Antibody, Anti-CCP (Cyclic Citrullinated Peptide)
- Medicover Laboratories Code Name: 6098
- Fasting or other requirements: None
- Specimen Type: Serum
- Specimen Required Supplies: Serum gel vial (preferred), Red top vial (acceptable)
- Specimen Volume: 0.5 ml
- Specimen retention time: 7 days
- Report Available: Same day/1 day
- Performing Laboratories Location: Central Lab
