HOW DO WE DIAGNOSE CELIAC DISEASE!!

 Doctors most often use blood tests and biopsies of the small intestine to diagnose or rule out celiac disease. Doctors don't recommend starting a gluten-free diet before diagnostic testing because a gluten-free diet can affect test results.

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

WHAT IS CELIAC DISEASE

 Celiac disease is a chronic digestive and immune disorder that damages the small intestine. It's caused by a sensitivity to gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, rye, and sometimes oats. When someone with celiac disease ingests gluten, their immune system attacks their small intestine, damaging the lining and preventing the body from absorbing nutrients.

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 May is Celiac awareness month.....

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