Doctor Sent Results

[jencs]

Hello again, My PCP sent a copy of my blood test results. Trying to figure it out, but as best as I can tell they didn't test the IGG. Can they test for the gene by a blood test or is that another test? Sorry for so many questions but I'm just trying to figure everything out. I don't have a scanner at home, so here is what it says:

TEST NAME IN RANGE OUT OF RANGE REFERENCE RANGE

CELIAC DISEASE PANEL

TISSUE TRANSGLUTAMINASE

ANTIBODY, IGA <3

Value Exaplanation of Test Results

<5 Negative

5-8 Equivocal

>8 Positive

IMMUNOGLOBULIN A 253 81-463 mg/dL

GLIADIN ANTIBODY (IGA) <3 U/ml

VALUE EXPLANATION OF TEST RESULTS

<11 NEGATIVE

11-17 EQUIVOCAL

>17 POSITIVE

From there it goes on to Comprehensive Metablolic which all seem to be fine. So am I right that they didn't do the IGG? Thanks

[Looking for answers]

Hello again, My PCP sent a copy of my blood test results. Trying to figure it out, but as best as I can tell they didn't test the IGG. Can they test for the gene by a blood test or is that another test? Sorry for so many questions but I'm just trying to figure everything out. I don't have a scanner at home, so here is what it says:

TEST NAME IN RANGE OUT OF RANGE REFERENCE RANGE

CELIAC DISEASE PANEL

TISSUE TRANSGLUTAMINASE

ANTIBODY, IGA <3

Value Exaplanation of Test Results

<5 Negative

5-8 Equivocal

>8 Positive

IMMUNOGLOBULIN A 253 81-463 mg/dL

GLIADIN ANTIBODY (IGA) <3 U/ml

VALUE EXPLANATION OF TEST RESULTS

<11 NEGATIVE

11-17 EQUIVOCAL

>17 POSITIVE

From there it goes on to Comprehensive Metablolic which all seem to be fine. So am I right that they didn't do the IGG? Thanks

There are many on here better suited to answer your questions, but until they come along, I can tell you they didn't test you for your IGG because you are not IGA deficient. If you're not IGA deficient (your total is at 253)and your IGA comes back negative, then they won't do the IGG test, as it is less specific and will assist in diagnosis when someone if IGA deficient. My gene test was done by taking a cell from inside my cheek.

[jencs]

There are many on here better suited to answer your questions, but until they come along, I can tell you they didn't test you for your IGG because you are not IGA deficient. If you're not IGA deficient (your total is at 253)and your IGA comes back negative, then they won't do the IGG test, as it is less specific and will assist in diagnosis when someone if IGA deficient. My gene test was done by taking a cell from inside my cheek.

Thank you for the response. That makes sense, I wasn't sure what all of the numbers meant. Like I said I'm trying to figure everything out. I hate having to wait to see a doctor for answers....and it's so hard to know whether being gluten free is making a difference yet. I think it is, but it's only been a week. Part of me feels like I am feeling better because I want to find a solution, but my stomach really does feel better.

[Looking for answers]

I don't know what your symptoms are, but I highly recommend good probiotics and digestive enzymes to help you along. They did wonders for me. I take Jarrow probiotics (80 million) and Digest Gold. However, my GI recommended the cheap acidolphilis from Trader Joes (it's like $3) and that's what I used years ago when first going gluten-free and that worked very well. I would recommend triple dosing on probiotics for a week or so to help you get rid of any bad bacteria that may have taken over your stomach due to your digestive issues.

If all this doesn't work, consider giving dairy a boot for a while as well to see if that helps.