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9324. Deamidated gliadin peptides, IgG antibodies
Description
Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder that damages the epithelium of the small intestine as a result of the immune system’s response to dietary gluten (a protein found in cereals). Symptoms of the disease: diarrhea, weight loss, fatty stools, iron-deficiency anemia, skin rash, drowsiness, and flatulence.
This is a first-line test for diagnosing celiac disease in symptomatic patients with normal total IgA levels and for monitoring a gluten-free diet. The test may be ordered as part of a panel including total IgA, IgA antibodies to deamidated gliadin peptides (particularly in children under 2 years of age), and IgA antibodies to endomysium.
When and who needs the test?
- Screening of patients with suspected celiac disease (with typical and atypical clinical presentations) and individuals at increased risk of developing the disease.
- Monitoring the effectiveness of treatment with a gluten-free diet.
Biological material
- Venous blood
Preparing for a blood test
In order to exclude factors that may affect the test results, we recommend to follow the preparation rules:
- an important condition for laboratory tests is to take blood on an empty stomach;
- 6-12 hours before the test, you should avoid eating, drinking alcohol, smoking, and limit physical activity. Drinking...