WHAT LAB TEST CAN CONFIRM CELIAC DISEASE

 What lab test confirms celiac disease?

Two blood tests can help diagnose it: Serology testing looks for antibodies in your blood. Elevated levels of certain antibody proteins indicate an immune reaction to gluten. Genetic testing for human leukocyte antigens (HLA-DQ2 and HLA-DQ8) can be used to rule out celiac disease.

Next step is having an endoscopy for a biopsy.  This is recommended and gold standard.

WHAT IS CELIAC DISEASE

 An immune reaction to eating gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye.

Over time, the immune reaction to eating gluten creates inflammation that damages the small intestine's lining, leading to medical complications. It also prevents absorption of some nutrients (malabsorption).

The classic symptom is diarrhea. Other symptoms include bloating, gas, fatigue, low blood count (anemia), and osteoporosis. Many people have no symptoms.

The mainstay of treatment is a strict gluten-free diet that can help manage symptoms and promote intestinal healing.

SYMPTOMS OF CELIAC DISEASE

 What are the symptoms of celiac disease?

• bloating.
• chronic diarrhea.
• constipation.
• gas.
• lactose intolerance due to damage to the small intestine.
• loose, greasy, bulky, and bad-smelling stools.
• nausea or vomiting.
• pain in the abdomen

MAY IS CELIAC AWARENESS MONTH

 

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