ANCA test (p-ANCA, c-ANCA, MPO and PR3) in Bhubaneswar
Urgent: If vasculitis is suspected with breathlessness, coughing blood, or rapidly worsening kidney function, go to hospital immediately. Do not wait for a test result.
What the test measures
Antibodies against proteins in white blood cells (neutrophils). PR3 antibodies are typically linked with granulomatosis with polyangiitis (GPA); MPO antibodies with microscopic polyangiitis (MPA) and eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis (EGPA).
When your doctor may order it
- Unexplained kidney problems with blood or protein in the urine
- Persistent sinus or ear problems, nosebleeds, or lung nodules
- Rash, nerve symptoms or fever suggesting vasculitis
Understanding the result
A positive MPO or PR3 result with matching symptoms strongly supports ANCA-associated vasculitis. ANCA can occasionally be positive in other conditions or with some medicines, so the result is interpreted by a specialist.
This page gives general information. Your result must be interpreted by your doctor together with your symptoms and examination.
Seeing a rheumatologist?
Vasculitis needs prompt specialist care; OARC’s rheumatologists diagnose and treat it.
Related tests
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between p-ANCA and c-ANCA?
They describe how the antibodies stain cells under the microscope. The MPO and PR3 results are more specific and are what doctors mainly rely on.
Book a test or home sample collection
Share your doctor’s prescription on WhatsApp and our team will confirm a collection slot at OARC Saheed Nagar, OARC Sailashree Vihar or your home.