Serum Amyloid A

Serum Amyloid A or SAA is a very good marker that is used for the detection and monitoring of inflammation in the body.

What Is Serum Amyloid A?

SAA is an acute-phase protein that is mainly synthesized by the liver in response to inflammation registered by your body. It is done in response to proinflammatory cytokines triggered by activated monocytes upon infection or injury.

SAA belongs to a small family of proteins (12 kDa). Two of the four isoforms, SAA1 and SAA2, are among the most active isoforms for acute-phase response. SAA3 is not expressed in humans, and SAA4 is expressed constitutively and plays a part in normal HDL or “good cholesterol” creation.

When Should You Get It Tested?

Doctors may recommend an SAA test as a complementary test if you experience:

• Unexplained fatigue, fever, or pain
• Chronic inflammatory or autoimmune disease
• A need for additional screening after a complete blood count or creatinine test

It is also useful in conjunction with tests like CBC and a lipid profile panel test to determine your overall health.

How Are You Tested for SAA?

You can easily get tested for Serum Amyloid A:

1. Visit your doctor: They will check your symptoms or have it conducted as part of a normal check-up.
2. Visit a legitimate lab: Visit an accredited lab like Medi Linx for the test.
3. Drawing a blood sample: A small amount is taken, the same way a complete blood count or lipid profile test is done.
4. Test results: Your blood is tested using accurate equipment.
5. Follow-up: Your physician will explain your results and recommend what to do next.

SAA may be included in an executive check-up for overall health information.

FAQs

What does a high serum amyloid A mean?

It may indicate active infection or inflammation in your body.

What is normal serum amyloid A?

Typically, less than 10 mg/L, but sometimes it’s dependent on the lab. Always ask your doctor.

Get Ahead of Inflammation at Medi Linx!

Monitoring a disease or just checking your health, Medi Linx, a Reference Laboratory Metro Manila, offers precise, quality SAA testing. With trained staff, top-of-the-line equipment, and a commitment to quality, we help you get results you can count on. From routine tests to specialized procedures, we’re your preventive healthcare partner. Book your Serum Amyloid A test today with Medi Linx, where precision meets peace of mind.