MITOCHONDRIAL ANTIBODY (AMA), IFA

What this test checks

Detects antibodies against mitochondria — strongly associated with primary biliary cholangitis (a chronic bile duct disease).

Why do people get this test?

Used in middle-aged women with unexplained itching, fatigue, or abnormal liver tests.

When you should consider this test

• Persistent itching of unknown cause
• Unexplained mild liver test abnormalities
• Middle-aged women with fatigue

How to prepare

No fasting needed.