Cyclic Citrullinated Peptide (CCP) Antibody (IgG)

What this laboratory test evaluates

Cyclic Citrullinated Peptide (CCP) Antibody (IgG)
This test is a specialized test that helps in the diagnosis of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). It detects the presence of specific antibodies (CCP IgG) in the blood, which are more common in people with RA compared to other conditions like hepatitis C. This test is part of the criteria used to classify Rheumatoid Arthritis, along with other tests such as rheumatoid factor, C-reactive protein, and erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR). About 70% of RA patients test positive for Anti-CCP IgG, making it a crucial marker for the disease, whereas it's rarely found in healthy individuals or those with other diseases.

What patients is this test right for?This test is particularly useful for individuals suspected of having Rheumatoid Arthritis, especially when symptoms like joint pain, stiffness, and swelling are present.

What type of sample is required for this test?1 mL serum.

Test ResourcesResources are not provided for this test.

Additional test information

The Cyclic Citrullinated Peptide (CCP) Antibody (IgG) Test is a specialized test that helps in the diagnosis of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). It detects the presence of specific antibodies (CCP IgG) in the blood, which are more common in people with RA compared to other conditions like hepatitis C. This test is part of the criteria used to classify Rheumatoid Arthritis, along with other tests such as rheumatoid factor, C-reactive protein, and erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR). About 70% of RA patients test positive for Anti-CCP IgG, making it a crucial marker for the disease, whereas it's rarely found in healthy individuals or those with other diseases.

Collection and processing

• Sample type: Serum
• Fasting: No
• Estimated laboratory processing: Results should be available in 2 – 5 business days after the sample is collected

How Sunridge uses laboratory information

Sunridge considers the medical question, symptoms, history, medications, prior results, and whether the finding could change care before recommending testing. A laboratory result is not interpreted in isolation and does not establish a diagnosis by itself.

Before requesting this test

Availability, collection requirements, eligibility, and processing estimates can change. Sunridge reviews each request and, when appropriate, creates the order through Fullscript. Follow the current instructions supplied with the approved order.