Deamidated Gliadin Antibodies, IgA
Also known as: DGP, IgA
Use
Detection of gliadin antibodies aids in the diagnosis and monitoring of certain gluten-sensitive enteropathies, such as celiac disease and dermatitis herpetiformis
Special Instructions
A negative IgA result in an untreated patient does not rule out gluten-sensitive enteropathies, especially when associated with IgG gliadin antibodies. This can be explained by selective IgA deficiency, a relatively frequent finding in celiac disease.
Limitations
False-positives are possible as other gastrointestinal disorders are known to induce circulating antigliadin antibody, mainly Crohn disease, food protein intolerance, and postinfection malabsorption. Additionally, selective IgA deficiency can lead to a negative result in the presence of gluten-sensitive enteropathies.
Methodology
Immunoassay (EIA)
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 58709-7
- 58709-7
Result Turnaround Time
2-3 days
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Specimen
Serum
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.3 mL
Container
Red-top tube or gel-barrier tube
Collection Instructions
Specimen should be free of bacterial contamination, hemolysis, and lipemia.
Storage Instructions
Room temperature
Causes for Rejection
Hemolysis; lipemia; gross bacterial contamination
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 14 days |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | 14 days |
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