Doctor, my ANA test report is positive at 2.86, and my ESR is 25 mm/hr. Could you please explain what these results indicate?

Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

Dr Shaik Kalam

General Practitioner

MD (Physician)
3+ Yrs

Consult Now

ANA positivity may suggest autoimmune disease, especially if symptoms like joint pain, fatigue are present. ESR 25 is mildly raised. Consult a rheumatologist.

Dr. Shaik Suggests...

Take a ANTI NUCLEAR ANTIBODY (ANA) Test or Take a ESR Test (Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate) Test

Book ANTI NUCLEAR ANTIBODY (ANA) Test Book ESR Test (Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate) Test

Answered 09/09/2025

More ANTI NUCLEAR ANTIBODY (ANA) Health Queries

View all

My sister is 33 years old. For the last few years, she has been experiencing joint pain and weight loss. We did a blood test and RA factor is negative. Please suggest what we can do for this?

Answered by Apollo Doctors

I suffered from viral fever one month ago. After 2 to 3 days I got red rashes all over my body. Dengue and Chikungunya tests were negative. Now, since one month I am suffering from acute joint pain. My blood report for ANA is strongly positive. Please suggest?

Answered by Apollo Doctors

My mom has had fever for the last 12 to 13 days along with severe headache. I consulted a physician who prescribed antibiotics and painkillers. We also did several tests including blood and urine, but nothing abnormal was found. However, after taking the medicines, her fever seems to be getting higher. The doctor is still unable to identify the reason for her fever. What could be the possible cause?

Answered by Apollo Doctors

Disclaimer: Answers on Apollo 247 are not intended to replace your doctor advice. Always seek help of a professional doctor in case of an medical emergency or ailment.