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This test is ideal if you're experiencing digestive discomfort like bloating, diarrhea, stomach pain, or unexplained fatigue after eating bread, pasta, or other gluten-containing foods. It helps identify if your body is producing antibodies against gliadin, a protein in gluten, which could indicate celiac disease or gluten sensitivity. Many people use this test when they suspect gluten is causing their symptoms but want concrete answers before making major dietary changes.
It's important to continue eating gluten-containing foods regularly before this test, as avoiding gluten can lead to false negative results. You should be consuming gluten daily for at least several weeks prior to testing. No fasting is required, and you can take your normal medications. If you've already started a gluten-free diet, consult with a healthcare provider about the best timing for this test.
This test evaluates your immune response to gluten by measuring both IgA and IgG antibodies against deamidated gliadin peptides. These specific antibodies are highly accurate for detecting celiac disease and gluten-related immune reactions. The dual antibody approach provides a comprehensive assessment because some people may only produce one type of antibody, ensuring we don't miss a potential gluten sensitivity issue.
What this means
Your test came back negative, meaning no IgA antibodies against gliadin were detected in your blood. This suggests you are not currently having an immune reaction to gluten and celiac disease is less likely, though it doesn't completely rule out gluten sensitivity.
Recommended actions
If symptoms persist, discuss other digestive tests with your healthcare provider
Keep a food diary to identify other potential trigger foods
Consider testing for other food sensitivities if gluten isn't the issue
Retest if you develop new symptoms or if you have a family history of celiac disease