Hepatitis characterized by the presence of autoantibodies and positive ANAs is known as autoimmune hepatitis. It is an immune system-mediated condition distinct from viral-induced hepatitis.
Hepatitis with the presence of autoantibodies and positive antinuclear antibodies (ANA) is indicative of autoimmune hepatitis.
Unlike the hepatitis viruses A, B, C, D, and E, which are caused by viral infections, autoimmune hepatitis is a condition where the body's immune system attacks liver cells, leading to inflammation and damage.
The presence of ANA is a marker commonly associated with autoimmune disorders, such as systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE).
However, since ANA can be present in other autoimmune diseases, it is important to perform further diagnostic tests for a definitive diagnosis of autoimmune hepatitis