Coeliac Tests
What is it?
It is a rapid and sensitive test for the detection of celiac disease associated IgA autoantibodies from a fingertip blood sample. It detects Coeliac Disease associated IgA auto-antibodies against Transglutaminase Enzymes, that completely and exactly correlate with the disease. The test procedure only takes between 5 and 10 minutes.
The test performance has been studied at the University of Tampere, Finland, by comparing the results to biopsy proven clinical diagnosis. Celiac Testing can be used to easily monitor the effectiveness of a gluten free diet by retesting after 3 months.
When is it needed?
Coeliac disease tests are done when someone has symptoms suggesting coeliac disease, malnutrition, and/or malabsorption - such as diarrhoea, abdominal pain, weakness, fatigue, weight loss, and joint pain. They may be done as part of an investigation of anaemia or osteoporosis. In children, coeliac disease tests may be ordered when a child exhibits gastrointestinal symptoms, delayed development, short stature and/or a failure to thrive.
Therapists
Jean-Paul Staats- Acupuncturist Brisbane- Naturopath Brisbane- Chinese Medicine
Jean-Paul is the original founder of the Health & Healing Wellness Centre. Jean-Paul has seen thousands of patients in his 18 years of practice, which has given him the fantastic opportunity of seeing what actually works and what doesn’t when it comes to taking the present level of a person's being and turning it around to much higher level of health and vibrant living.
Tina White- Acupuncturist Brisbane- Naturopath Brisbane
Tina has over 30 year’s clinical practice in natural therapies. As a practitioner, Tina has remarkable insight coupled with a caring nature and is a beacon of hope for those she serves. Having worked as a researcher, lecturer and writer, Tina has gained recognition by other healthcare professionals and stands at the cutting edge of her profession.
