Celiac Disease

At this time, there are no other theories counter-claiming the validity of celiac sprue as an immunologic disease. The disease is indeed genetic in nature and is inheritable. It is connected to genetically transmitted histo-compatible cell antigens namely HLA DR3-DQ2, DR4-DQ8 and DR5/7.
The disease can be identified through the condition known as villous atrophy or [...]

To ensure accuracy in diagnosing celiac disease, numerous tests have been developed such as Serology and Antibody Testing. The test to be used on a certain sufferer depends upon the severity of the symptoms. However, this test will prove useful only to patients who were not able to practice abstinence from gluten.  In other words, sufferers who are [...]