CELIAC DISEASE ANTIBODY PROFILE (CELIAC AB)
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| Synonyms:
| Deamidated Gliadin IgA, Deamidated Gliadin IgG, Endomysial IgA Antibodies, Tissue Transglutaminase IgA, Tissue Transglutaminase IgG, Total IgA |
| Specimen: | Blood; (1) SST (serum separator) or Red (no preservative)top vacutainer tube.
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| Volume: | 3 mL |
| Minimum Volume: | 1mL |
| Collection: | If tube other than an SST is collected, transfer serum to a tightly capped plastic aliquot tube within 2 hours of collection for transport.
Refrigerate at 2-8°C; freeze at -20°C for longer storage. |
| Rejection Criteria: | Hemolysis; lipemia; gross bacterial contamination, improper labeling. |
| Reference Range: | |
| Methodology: | Enzyme immunoassay (EIA); indirect immunofluorescence |
| Test Use: | Aid in the diagnosis of gluten-sensitive enteropathies
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| Additional Information: | No Additional Information Listed |
| Testing Includes: | Specimen sent to LabCorp. LabCorp test # 165126. Deamidated gliadin antibodies;endomysial antibodies; tissue transglutaminase (tTG) antibodies; total IgA.
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| Testing Facility: | LabCorp |