Anti-CCP Body Test (Anti Cyclic Citrullinated Peptide)

The Anti-CCP Body Test measures the level of Anti-Cyclic Citrullinated Peptide (Anti-CCP) antibodies in the blood. These antibodies are produced by the immune system against citrullinated proteins, which are formed when the amino acid arginine converts into citrulline during inflammation.

Anti-CCP antibodies play a key role in the autoimmune inflammatory process seen in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). The presence of Anti-CCP antibodies strongly confirms RA and also helps in predicting:

• Severity of the disease

• Future joint damage

• Speed of disease progression

Rheumatoid Arthritis is a chronic systemic autoimmune disorder that causes:

• Persistent joint inflammation

• Pain and swelling

• Stiffness

• Progressive joint destruction

• Deformity and functional disability if untreated

The Anti-CCP test is often performed along with:

• RA Factor Test

• ESR

• hs-CRP

This combination gives doctors a clear diagnostic picture and helps in starting early disease-modifying treatment to prevent permanent joint damage.

This is a blood antibody test that detects anti-cyclic citrullinated peptide (Anti-CCP) antibodies, which are highly specific for Rheumatoid Arthritis.