ADVANCED MYOSITIS PROFILE

The blood test for autoimmune myositis helps identify specific IgG antibodies against skeletal muscles, indicating inflammation in these muscles. Myositis, characterized by muscle inflammation, encompasses various autoimmune inflammatory muscle diseases. These include polymyositis, dermatomyositis, necrotizing autoimmune myositis, overlap myositis, and inclusion-body myositis, each presenting with distinct features. Symptoms commonly involve progressive muscle weakness, joint pain, skin lesions, lung issues, fatigue, and difficulty in breathing or swallowing. Additionally, individuals with myositis have an increased risk of developing cancer. Myositis can arise from diverse factors such as genetics, infections, toxins, and certain medications.