Connective Tissue Disease Screen

The Connective Tissue Disease (CTD) Screen is a specialised blood test designed to help identify autoimmune conditions that affect connective tissues, including joints, muscles, skin and internal organs.

Autoimmune connective tissue diseases occur when the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy tissues. This screen detects specific autoantibodies associated with conditions such as lupus, Sjögren’s syndrome, scleroderma, polymyositis and mixed connective tissue disease.

It is commonly recommended for individuals experiencing symptoms such as persistent joint pain, muscle weakness, unexplained rashes, fatigue or inflammation.