Points to Remember. Synthetic cathinones, more commonly known as bath salts, are drugs that contain one or more synthetic (human-made) chemicals related to cathinone. Cathinone is a stimulant found in the khat plant.
Anti-dsDNA. 1  What it is: Anti-dsDNA is a protein directed against double-stranded DNA. 2  DNA is the material that makes up the body's genetic code. 3  Why the test is used: Between 75% and 90% of people with lupus have a positive anti-dsDNA test. 4  Also, the test is very specific for lupus.
When used for diagnosis it is recommended that specific tests for proteinase 3 (PR3) ANCA and myeloperoxidase (MPO) ANCA be performed in addition to testing for cANCA and pANCA.(2) This panel of tests is available by ordering the VASC / Antineutrophil Cytoplasmic Antibodies Vasculitis Panel, Serum.