ACE
Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme
Plain-language definition
A blood test marker. Elevated ACE levels can support a diagnosis of sarcoidosis, an inflammatory condition that can cause uveitis and optic nerve disease.
Where this term comes up
“ACE level (sarcoidosis)”
Test · Autoantibody Testing Panels
“ACE level (sarcoidosis)”
Condition · Neuroretinitis
“Blood tests: CRP, ESR, TSH, ACE levels were normal; ANA, Lyme, and Sjogren antibodies were negative”
Publication · Salivary Gland Adenocarcinoma of the Sphenoid Sinus Causing Compressive Optic Neuropathy
- Category
- Test or diagnostic term
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Diagnostic terms describe tests, measurements, imaging, or exam techniques used to understand eye and neuro-ophthalmic problems.
Related glossary terms
- sarcoidosis
Inflammatory Granuloma Disease
- autoimmune
Self-Attacking Immune Response
- syphilis
Systemic Bacterial Infection
- CRP
C-Reactive Protein
- ESR
Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate
- MRI
Magnetic Resonance Imaging
A note on medical context
A glossary definition can explain a word, but it cannot tell you whether a symptom or test result is serious. If this term came from an article, use the full article and your clinician's guidance for context.