Should I Get Tested

[Chronic12]

Okay, my parents and I are debating whether I should be tested for the Celiac Disease, but we are not sure just yet. The main symptom that worries us is the fact that I am 18 years old, 6'2", and weight 135 pounds. I do quite a bit of cardio because I play varsity tennis, but I also eat a good amount too (probably the same as an average person) and I still am very skinny. There seems to be no excretion issues or anything related to the intestines. In addition, my grandfather is a Celiac.

So, is it worth it for me to get tested? What would be the procedure if I were to get tested? Thank you very much.

Edit: Also, I wanted to mention that I don't feel sick after eating any gluten-free products, drinking beer, etc. I am quite worried though because gluten is a massive part of my diet.

[Lisa]

Okay, my parents and I are debating whether I should be tested for the Celiac Disease, but we are not sure just yet. The main symptom that worries us is the fact that I am 18 years old, 6'2", and weight 135 pounds. I do quite a bit of cardio because I play varsity tennis, but I also eat a good amount too (probably the same as an average person) and I still am very skinny. There seems to be no excretion issues or anything related to the intestines. In addition, my grandfather is a Celiac.

So, is it worth it for me to get tested? What would be the procedure if I were to get tested? Thank you very much.

Edit: Also, I wanted to mention that I don't feel sick after eating any gluten-free products, drinking beer, etc. I am quite worried though because gluten is a massive part of my diet.

Hi and Welcome!

You are a bit skinny at 135. As you might know, many people with Celiac can be asymptomatic and only get diagnosed with Celiac as a secondary to another illness. Many people never have the digestive issues.

With a history of Celiac, perhaps it might be wise to be tested. This is what you should request from your doctor:

Anti-gliadin antibodies (AGA) both IgA and IgG

Anti-endomysial antibodies (EMA) - IgA

Anti-tissue transglutaminase antibodies (tTG) - IgA

Total IgA level.

Best of Luck.