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Coeliac Disease Test
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To test for Coeliac disease a simple finger-prick blood test can determine the results.
- This test checks for gluten intolerance.
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Gluten Intolerance
The Welzo cutting edge coeliac gluten test kit whether IgA antibodies to tissue transglutaminase (tTG) - a key marker for coeliac disease - are present in a small blood sample taken quickly and easily from your fingertip. This signifies if gluten intolerance is present in the individual.
Symptoms of Gluten Intolerance
Gluten intolerance impacts many people without them realising it. Symptoms can often be overlooked as individuals do not correlate the intake of gluten as a trigger.
Common symptoms of gluten intolerance include:
- Fatigue
- Depression
- Abdominal discomfort
- Nausea
- Bowel irritation and constipation
- Diarrhoea
- Headaches
- Joint pain
- Rashes
- Flatulence and gas
Additional Information
If you think you may have coeliac disease, it's important to get tested. A blood test is the most common way to diagnose coeliac disease. Your GP can arrange a blood test for you.
There are two types of blood tests that can be used to diagnose coeliac disease:
- The anti-tissue transglutaminase (tTGA) test measures the level of antibodies in your blood. If you have high levels of these antibodies, it's likely that you have coeliac disease.
- The endomysial antibody (EMA) test also measures the level of antibodies in your blood. This test is more accurate than the tTGA test, but it's also more expensive.
If the results of either of these tests are positive, you'll need to have a small intestine biopsy to confirm the diagnosis. This involves taking a small sample of tissue from your small intestine and testing it for damage.
Once coeliac disease has been diagnosed, the only treatment is to follow a gluten-free diet. This means avoiding all foods that contain gluten, including wheat, barley and rye. For most people, following a gluten-free diet will improve their symptoms and allow the damaged intestines to heal.
What is Coeliac Disease ?
Coeliac disease is a condition that causes damage to the lining of the small intestine. This damage is caused by an immune reaction to gluten, which is a protein found in wheat, barley and rye.
Symptoms of coeliac disease can vary from mild to severe, and may include:
- diarrhoea
- bloating and abdominal pain
- fatigue
- weight loss
- anaemia (low levels of iron in the blood)
- bone or joint pain
- mouth ulcers
- skin rash (dermatitis herpetiformis)
Blood Test for Coeliac
If you have any of these symptoms, it's important to see your GP so that you can be tested for coeliac disease.
How is Coeliac Disease Diagnosed ?
If you think you may have coeliac disease, it's important to get tested. A blood test is the most common way to diagnose coeliac disease. Your GP can arrange a blood test for you.
Coeliac Screen Blood Test
There are two types of blood tests that can be used to diagnose coeliac disease:
- The anti-tissue transglutaminase (tTGA) test measures the level of antibodies in your blood. If you have high levels of these antibodies, it's likely that you have coeliac disease.
- The endomysial antibody (EMA) test also measures the level of antibodies in your blood. This test is more accurate than the tTGA test, but it's also more expensive.
Test For Coeliac Disease
If the results of either of these tests are positive, you'll need to have a small intestine biopsy to confirm the diagnosis. This involves taking a small sample of tissue from your small intestine and testing it for damage.
What is the Treatment for Coeliac Disease ?
Once coeliac disease has been diagnosed, the only treatment is to follow a gluten-free diet. This means avoiding all foods that contain gluten, including wheat, barley and rye. For most people, following a gluten-free diet will improve their symptoms and allow the damaged intestines to heal.
Additional Insight from Dr Sameer Nakedar, MBBS, MRCGP, PGCert
Coeliac disease is an autoimmune disorder triggered by dietary gluten, a protein substance in certain foods.
It is often underdiagnosed and can present with non-specific symptoms. These can include intestinal symptoms such as bloating, cramping, diarrhoea, nausea and vomiting, abdominal pain or constipation. Symptoms can also be non-intestinal, including fatigue, bone and joint pain, mouth ulcers, anaemias, skin rashes, and weight changes. It can also be associated with Diabetes and thyroid disorders.
Statistics on Coeliac Disease and Gluten Intolerance
Experts Opinion
"This test must be performed when consuming gluten-containing foods from at least two meals for the last six weeks. If positive, the results of this test can help adjust diet and lifestyle to avoid triggering troublesome symptoms."
How to take a Coeliac Disease Test Test
Collecting a blood sample for your finger prick home test is straightforward. Watch the video below for more details on how to take a home blood test.
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Coeliac Disease Test Information
Specification of Coeliac Disease Test
- Test name: Coeliac Disease Test
- Also known as & related tests:
- Biomarkers:
- Test tube:
- Brand: Welzo
- Turn around time: Approx. 24 hours
- Lab test ranges:
- Test Kit Marking: MHRA/UKCA
- Location of Lab: United Kingdom
What is a Coeliac Disease Test?
A Coeliac Disease Test is a home health test offered by Welzo. The Coeliac Disease Test can be taken from the comfort of your home using a finger prick sample, which is then sent back to our lab for analysis and interpretation.
What does a Coeliac Disease Test for?
A Coeliac Disease Test tests for the following: .
What are the benefits of a Coeliac Disease Test?
Checking your health through the use of Coeliac Disease Test is an important way to track your health. Home testing offers the convenience of conducting health assessments in the comfort of your own home, while enabling quicker, more private results without the need for visiting a healthcare facility.
Can a GP review my Coeliac Disease Test?
Yes, Welzo offers a GP review service for the Coeliac Disease Test. Follow the link if you would like to have an online GP appointment with your Coeliac Disease Test.
Are Coeliac Disease Tests available on the NHS?
The NHS offers Coeliac Disease Tests subject to eligibility requirements, consultations and local guidelines.
Coeliac Disease Test Kit and Ordering
How can a Coeliac Disease Test be ordered?
A Coeliac Disease Test can be ordered online through Welzo's secure checkout. Select the Coeliac Disease Test and add the patient's name and details, then checkout for next-day delivery.
What is included in the Coeliac Disease Test test kit?
The Coeliac Disease Test contains the following items in the test kit:
- 1 x UN3373 Test Kit for Biological Substances Category B (test kit design may vary from images displayed online depending on the test selected.
- 1 x Free Return Label
- 1 x Finger Prick Lancet / Urine Sample Pouch or Swab (depending on the test ordered)
- 1 x Cleansing Wipe/ Alcohol Swab
Coeliac Disease Test Biomarkers and Results
What biomarkers are tested for in a Coeliac Disease Test?
The Coeliac Disease Test checks for the following biomarkers:
What are the results ranges for a Coeliac Disease Test?
Coeliac Disease Test reference ranges vary based on age, sex, population sample and numeric test result ranges. However, once you complete your tests, you will receive clear reference ranges for your Coeliac Disease Test.
What is a normal test range for Coeliac Disease Test?
The Coeliac Disease Test range will be provided on the advanced Welzo reporting panel which will factor in multiple aspects such as age, population size comparison and biological sex.
Coeliac Disease Test Procedure and Timing
When should a Coeliac Disease Test be taken?
It is best to take a Coeliac Disease Test first thing in the morning.
How long does a Coeliac Disease Test take?
The typical turnaround for a Coeliac Disease Test is 24 hours from receipt at the Welzo laboratory, Monday to Thursday. However, results may come back faster or slower depending on how busy the Welzo laboratory is and if you have requested any biomarkers that take longer to test for. In this case, results can take up to 5 days.
Are there any special preparations required before taking the Coeliac Disease Test (e.g., fasting)?
We will let you know via email if there are any special requirements for the Coeliac Disease Test. However, typically we recommend you take a Coeliac Disease Test first thing in the morning, fasted.
What is the best time to post my Coeliac Disease Test?
The best time to return your Coeliac Disease Test sample is Monday to Thursday, before 14:00 to ensure the product arrives at our lab on time for same-day analysis.
What sample is required for a Coeliac Disease Test?
The Coeliac Disease Test requires a capillary blood sample using a that is collected from a finger-prick blood sample.
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