This test measures the amount of angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) in your blood. ACE is an enzyme that helps regulate blood pressure. This test is often ordered to help diagnose and monitor sarcoidosis.

Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (ACE) Overview Key Biological Function:

• Converts angiotensin I to angiotensin II
• Helps regulate blood pressure
• Plays critical role in cardiovascular system

Clinical Significance Primary Diagnostic Applications:

• Monitor sarcoidosis progression
• Assess inflammatory conditions
• Track disease activity in specific disorders

Diagnostic Characteristics Testing Insights:

• Blood test measuring enzyme levels
• Normal adult range: 20-70 U/L
• Elevated levels may indicate:
  • Sarcoidosis
  • Inflammatory conditions
  • Gaucher’s disease
  • Hyperthyroidism

Important Considerations: • Not a definitive diagnostic test • Requires comprehensive clinical evaluation • Levels fluctuate with disease progression • Sensitivity varies by condition

ACE testing provides valuable insights into potential inflammatory and systemic health conditions, serving as an important diagnostic tool for healthcare providers.