Wheat Gluten Intolerance Test - Celiac Test

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The AgraQuant® Gluten G12® ELISA test kit is an AACC International Approved method (AACCI 38-52.01) and an AOAC-approved Official Method of Analysis (OMA 2014.03). Just like food allergies, the idea is to avoid the foods causing your symptoms. Since gluten is the protein found in wheat, barley, and rye, these are foods you’d need to eliminate. Healthline has strict sourcing guidelines and relies on peer-reviewed studies, academic research institutions, and medical associations. We avoid using tertiary references. You can learn more about how we ensure our content is accurate and current by reading our editorial policy.

If you have a gluten sensitivity, you may have digestive and nondigestive symptoms. Some reported symptoms of people who seem to have adverse reactions to gluten include: In addition to the polyclonal gluten antibody used in its traditional test kits, Romer Labs offers methods that employ a next-generation antibody, the G12®. This monoclonal antibody was raised against a 33-amino-acid-long peptide that contains a repetitive epitope from Alpha-2-gliadin and is and a principal contributor to gluten immunotoxicity. The 33-mer is highly resistant to digestive degradation and is therefore well suited as an analytical marker. Romer Labs provides a comprehensive portfolio of gluten test kits designed for both qualitative (AgraStrip®) and quantitative (AgraQuant®) analyses of food allergens. These versatile tests cater to various applications, covering all phases of the food production process: There is only one clear way of getting diagnosed - a medical diagnosis with a blood test and gut biopsy.

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Having a gluten sensitivity isn’t the same as having celiac disease. You may experience unpleasant symptoms after eating foods with gluten, but you’re not experiencing the autoimmune complications inherent to celiac. Stahl MG, et al. (2021). Mass screening for celiac disease: The Autoimmunity Screening for Kids Study. Don’t consider the results a diagnosis. Rather, this is a starting point of insights and information you can use for next steps. Home testing kits for coeliac disease are now available over the counter and online. If you do use a home testing kit it is important that whatever the outcome you discuss your symptoms with your GP.

When shopping for celiac-friendly products, look for a “gluten-free” label. All foods labeled as “gluten-free,” “free of gluten,” “no gluten,” or “without gluten” must contain less than 20 parts per million of gluten, according to FDA rules. Complementing our range of innovative diagnostic solutions, Romer Labs provides comprehensive analytical services tailored to meet customers' needs for allergen testing. By offering high levels of specialization and expertise, our analytical services are a key part of our exceptional customer service. If you’re eating gluten regularly and experiencing gastrointestinal symptoms, you may be exhibiting symptoms of a gluten sensitivity. Symptoms can include:If tests continue to show positive, an endoscopy and biopsy will likely be the next steps to confirm a diagnosis. What makes someone susceptible to celiac disease? Food allergens present a persistent challenge for individuals with allergies, making it crucial for food producers to accurately detect potential allergen contamination. Employing reliable test kits ensures the safety of consumers and compliance with regulatory standards.

A celiac test kit comes with all the supplies and directions you need to take a sample at home that you can mail to a lab for analysis. Whether you require accredited laboratory results, additional testing capacities for projects or peak testing times, or prefer to avoid setting up your own testing, Romer Labs is your trusted partner for all allergen testing service needs. Alternative tests may claim to diagnose food related ‘problems’, allergies or intolerances, but they are not used for coeliac disease. Both the ISO 9001 certification and ISO 17025 accreditation guarantee reliable and accurate results.While reputable companies use proven methodologies to analyze your sample, results should still be considered preliminary. The G12® antibody represents the next generation of gluten testing, as it targets toxic peptides that trigger auto-immune reactions in people suffering from celiac disease. It is a monoclonal antibody that was raised against the immunotoxic 33-mer peptide containing epitopes from the gliadin fraction in gluten. Results obtained from immunochemical test systems based on the G12® antibody should be considered to be closer to the ideal of a food safety test, as they establish the important link between celiac disease and detection of the immunotoxic peptides. Food allergen testing services are offered in Austria, the United Kingdom, the United States, Singapore, and China for all relevant food allergens in raw materials, finished food samples, rinse waters, and environmental swabs. The services are applicable for all steps in the food production process.