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Definition

What is angiotensin converting enzyme (ace)?

Angiotensin-converting enzyme test is used to detect and observe the progression of sarcoidosis. Sarcoidosis is an inflammatory disease characterized by the presence of granulomas in the organs and tissues under the skin. In patients with sarcoidosis, the cells around the granulomata will continue to secrete ACE so that the concentration of this enzyme will increase in the blood.

An increase or decrease in ACE levels may indicate progression of the disease. In addition, doctors also use the ACE test to evaluate how effective corticoid drugs are in treatment. In addition to the ACE test, the doctor will perform other tests such as AFB or tests to check for yeast infection. Similar to sarcoidosis, fungal infections also cause granulomas so that the initial diagnosis can be mistaken.

When should I take angiotensin converting enzyme (ace)?

An ACE test is needed if you show symptoms of sarcoidosis such as:

• granuloma
• shortness of breath or chronic cough
• inflammation of the eye
• arthritis

This disease generally affects adults aged 20-40 years. If you have sarcoidosis, this test may need to be done to check the progress of your disease.

Precautions & warnings

What should I know before taking angiotensin converting enzyme (ace)?

Various factors that can affect the test results include:

• patients under 20 years of age usually have high ACE concentrations
• hemolysis or an increase in blood lipids can decrease ACE concentrations
• some medications, such as antihypertensive drugs, can lower ACE levels. These drugs block an enzyme that converts angiotensin and steroids

Observe warnings and precautions before undergoing this treatment. If you have any questions, please consult a doctor for further information and instructions.

Process

What should I do before taking angiotensin converting enzyme (ace)?

Your doctor will explain the whole set of tests. Basically, this test is a blood test. There is no special preparation before undergoing this test.
It is recommended that you wear short-sleeved clothing to make the process of taking a blood sample from your hand easier. Before doing this test, you do not need to fast.

How does angiotensin converting enzyme (ace) process?

The medical personnel in charge of drawing your blood will take the following steps:

• wrap an elastic belt around your upper arm to stop blood flow. This makes the blood vessel under the bundle enlarge making it easier to insert the needle into the vessel
• clean the area to be injected with alcohol
• inject a needle into a vein. More than one needle may be required.
• Insert the tube into the syringe to fill it with blood
• untie the knot from your arm when enough blood is drawn
• attaching gauze or cotton to the injection site, after the injection is complete
• apply pressure to the area and then put a bandage on

What should I do after taking angiotensin converting enzyme (ace)?

Some people may feel pain when the needle is inserted into the skin. But for most people, the pain will fade away when the needle is right in the vein. Generally, the level of pain experienced depends on the nurse's expertise, the condition of the blood vessels, and the person's sensitivity to pain.

After going through the blood draw process, wrap your hands with a bandage. Press the vein lightly to stop the bleeding. After doing the test, you can carry out your activities as usual.

If you have any questions regarding the test process, please consult your doctor for further instructions.

Explanation of the Test Results

What do my test results mean?

Normal

Be in the range: 8-53 U / L

Abnormal

When the ACE concentration causes:

• sarcoidosis
• gaucher
• tuberculosis
• leprosy
• alcoholic cirrhosis
• Hodgkin's disease
• marrow cancer
• diopathic pulmonary fibrosis
• diabetes
• primary cholesteric cirrhosis
• amyloidosis
• hyperthyroidism
• scleroderma
• pulmonary embolism

The normal range for the angiotensin-converting enzyme test may vary depending on the laboratory you choose. Discuss with your doctor if you have any questions about your test results.