ENA Profile Treatment in Turkey
About ENA Profile
Key Highlights
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Provides a precise immunological fingerprint to differentiate between similar autoimmune diseases.Guides targeted treatment strategies, improving patient outcomes.Can be used to monitor disease progression and response to therapy.Performed on a standard blood sample, making it minimally invasive.Delivered by specialized pathologists ensuring high accuracy and expert interpretation.
Who is this surgery for?
- Unexplained symptoms like persistent joint pain, skin rashes (especially a malar rash), and prolonged fatigue.
- Suspicion of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Sjögren's Syndrome, or Scleroderma.
- Evaluation of a positive ANA (Antinuclear Antibody) test to specify the autoantibody type.
- Differentiating between overlapping autoimmune connective tissue diseases.
- Monitoring known autoimmune conditions for changes in antibody levels.
How to prepare
- Typically, no special preparation like fasting is required, but follow your doctor's specific instructions.
- Inform your doctor about all medications, supplements, and herbs you are taking, as some can affect results.
- Wear clothing that allows easy access to your arm for the blood draw.
- Stay well-hydrated to make it easier to locate veins.
Risks & possible complications
- Risks are minimal and identical to a standard blood draw.
- Slight pain, bruising, or bleeding at the needle puncture site.
- Very low risk of lightheadedness or fainting (vasovagal response).
- Extremely rare risk of infection or hematoma (collection of blood under the skin).
Recovery & hospital stay
- Immediate recovery; you can typically resume normal activities right after the blood draw.
- Apply gentle pressure with a cotton ball or bandage to the puncture site to prevent bruising.
- Keep the bandage on for the recommended time, usually a few hours.
- If you feel dizzy, rest for a short while before standing up.
- Results are analyzed by a pathologist and communicated by your treating physician, who will discuss the findings and next steps.
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Typical hospital stay:
0 days (Outpatient procedure)
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Expected recovery time:
0 days (Immediate)
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering ena profile in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in Turkey with pathology departments and experienced surgeons are ideal for this procedure. Use MediFyr to compare facilities, reviews, and doctor profiles before you decide.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform ena profile. MediFyr helps you compare pathologist specialists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for ena profile compare across other countries where we have data.
Sarah Ali, a 28-year-old graphic designer,...
Sarah Ali, a 28-year-old graphic designer, had always been active and healthy. Over the past six months, she began experiencing debilitating fatigue, painful swelling in her fingers and wrists, and a persistent butterfly-shaped rash across her cheeks. Her primary care physician, concerned about an autoimmune disorder, referred her to a rheumatologist. The rheumatologist, suspecting lupus, ordered an ENA Profile to check for specific autoantibodies. Sarah was anxious during the blood draw, fearing a life-altering diagnosis. The wait for results was agonizing. When the results came back positive for anti-dsDNA and anti-Smith antibodies, confirming Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, she felt a mix of devastation and strange relief to finally have an answer. Starting on hydroxychloroquine and a low-dose steroid, her symptoms gradually improved. While coming to terms with a chronic illness was difficult, having a definitive diagnosis empowered her to manage her health. The emotional journey shifted from fear of the unknown to a determined focus on managing her new reality.