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Hi, I know this was posted earlier this year, but Quest labs just types you .. as in it just gives you your two A and two B alleles. I came back positive for Celiac - DQ2.5 and positive for DQ7 which is getting some notice lately. I'm also positive blood work, deficiencies, symptoms, mom has Celiac, etc... hope that helps if you're still looking... -
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Jennie6308 replied to Jennie6308's topic in Celiac Disease Pre-Diagnosis, Testing & Symptoms
Yes that's my thought too. Low dose naltrexone is used for inflammation and management of autoimmune disorders, so it seems like that could have had some effect. My (new) understanding of all this is people with no sensitivity (or no Celiac) have levels like less than 1, so Im going to do what Im told, but I think youre right- accurate results from a biopsy... -
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Jennie6308 replied to Jennie6308's topic in Celiac Disease Pre-Diagnosis, Testing & Symptoms
Thanks everyone! My doctor mentioned the Mayo Clinics guidelines, which is why I referenced them, and the units of measure are the same (perhaps I misunderstood her though). Regardless, it looks like theirs an endoscopy in my future. She should call tomorrow with results, and I'll remind her she has me on low dose naltrexone (and my lower carb diet... -
Understanding Test Results
Jennie6308 replied to Jennie6308's topic in Celiac Disease Pre-Diagnosis, Testing & Symptoms
I should add that I (this test was a surprise) have been on low dose naltrexone for inflammation for the past few weeks, and as Im actively trying to loose weight, have been on a reduced carb diet (most coming from fruit, dairy, etc) so inadvertently lower gluten. I'm definitely not eating 4-6 slices og bread daily ... -
My doctor's office is closed to Monday, so I won't know anything to then, but I'm trying to understand - does this mean Celiac is ruled out or in? She mentioned an endoscopy if I was positive... Any help is appreciated - even if it's to point me in the right direction to learn more. My levels are (>15 is considered positive by Quest, who did my labs...
