tTG (Tissue Transglutaminase) - IgG antibody near me in Thane

The tTG (Tissue Transglutaminase) - IgG antibody test helps diagnose celiac disease, a condition where the body reacts to gluten. This test checks for IgG antibodies in the blood that are made when the body reacts to an enzyme called tissue transglutaminase (tTG), which is involved in normal protein processes. It is widely available with Tata 1mg labs at an affordable price in Thane.

Doctors may suggest the tTG (Tissue Transglutaminase) - IgG antibody test when there are symptoms of celiac disease, such as stomach pain, bloating, chronic diarrhea, weight loss, failure to thrive (in children), anemia, dermatitis herpetiformis (an itchy, blistery rash), etc. This test is particularly used as an alternative for people who have an IgA deficiency, as they may not get accurate results. It can also be done to monitor the effectiveness of a gluten-free diet. Additionally, it is useful for screening individuals at higher risk, such as those with a family history of celiac disease or other autoimmune conditions. 

No special preparation is required before undertaking the tTG (Tissue Transglutaminase) - IgG antibody test. For accurate diagnosis, continue to eat foods that contain gluten for a time period, such as several weeks, before testing only if your doctor advises. The adult patient eats high amounts of gluten (usually 8-10 gm of gluten per day, equivalent to approximately 4-6 slices of bread a day) for 6-8 weeks. This gluten dose can be gradually built up over the first week. A repeat celiac screening test is done after the gluten challenge. This type of challenge can be poorly tolerated by patients, and thus, some may be resistant to this approach.