Coeliac Celiac Gluten Test

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It can be assumed that more than 7 million people are affected by Coeliac Disease across Europe, with only approximately 25% of those actually receiving a diagnosis. Coeliac Disease can present with a wide range of mild to very severe symptoms with the only treatment being a strict daily gluten-free diet (Association of European Coeliac Societies).

Coeliac disease can cause various disorders such as: diarrhoea, weight loss, abdominal swelling, malnutrition and skin reactions. This inflammation is caused by GLIADIN, or the protein portion of gluten. Recent studies have shown that coeliac subjects produce specific deamidated anti-peptide antibodies to gliadin (anti-DGP), both IgA and IgG class. These antibodies show high specificity and sensitivity to coeliac disease, allowing for high accuracy in diagnosis. Early diagnosis of coeliac disease can reduce