Pathology Specimen Handbook

Pathology Specimen Handbook Search

New search...

 

 

COELIAC DISEASE SCREEN

Alternative names:Coeliac serology; Deamidated Gliadin (DGP) Antibody; Tissue Tranglutaminase (TTG) Antibody; Endomysial (EMA) Antibody
LaboratoryImmunology
Request Group:TGAB3
Specimen types:Blood
Container types:Serum - Gel tube - Contains Clot Activator
Serum - Gel tube - Contains Clot Activator
Adults Volume or Mass:5 mL
Minimum/Paediatric Volume or Mass:0.8 mL
Collection & Request Instructions:

Please note that for coeliac serology, only TTG antibody testing will be performed, with further antibody testing to be performed by the laboratory, based on the result. If you wish to specifically request  DGP or EMA antibodies, please liaise with the laboratory directly.   

Frequency:Not applicable
Uncontrolled when downloaded or printed.
Date printed: 29th April, 2025 16:13:47