Types

• Cyclic citrullinated peptide antibodies are auto antibodies produced by the immune system directed against cyclic citrullinated peptides. Citrulline is naturally produced in the body as a part of amino acid and arginine metabolism. However in Joints with RA, this conversion occurs at a higher rate .Citrulline changes the protein structure a...

Description

• < 20 EU/mL

When to get Tested

Elevated Level

• Rheumatoid Arthritis
• SLE
• Graves disease
• Sjogrens syndrome

Decreased Level