AnMed Laboratory Services

         

CELIAC DISEASE ANTIBODY PROFILE  (CELIAC AB)

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.
                        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
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.
Testing Facility:  LabCorp