Celiac disease (278, 279, 280, 281)

Celiac disease is a severe chronic autoimmune disease that occurs in people who are genetically predisposed, when the ingestion of gluten leads to the destruction of the lining of the small intestine. The celiac disease profile comprises 4 laboratory tests to confirm the pathology: 

• Anti-Gliadin IgA, 
• Anti-Gliadin IgG

Preparation for the investigation: 

Blood sample collection can be done between 8:00 AM and 12:00 PM, after a 12-hour fasting period.

1. The day before the investigation, exclude: fatty and fried food, alcohol, smoking, and stress.
2. Inform the doctor about any medications being taken.
3. Performing blood tests on the same day after an X-ray or physiotherapy procedures is not recommended.

*In case of emergency, tests can be collected at any time of the day until 3:00 PM.