Deamidated Gliadin Antibodies: Do They Add to Tissue Transglutaminase-IgA Assay in Screening for Celiac Disease?
Conclusions:
DGP-IgG assay did not add to the performance of TTG-IgA. DGP-IgG titer correlated with enteropathy. The diagnosis of CD can be made in asymptomatic T1D child with TTG-IgA titer>10 times ULN and positive endomyseal antibodies.
Source: Journal of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition - Category: Gastroenterology Tags: Original Articles: Gastroenterology: Celiac Disease Source Type: research
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