Celiac Disease EMA IgA Test | Lahalak Medical Platform
One of the most specific tests for detecting celiac disease, helping establish an appropriate dietary plan to prevent long-term digestive complications and discomfort.
Scientific name: Anti-Endomysial Antibody (EMA) IgA Test
The anti-endometricular antibody (IgA) test is an immunological test that detects the presence of IgA antibodies directed against a connective tissue protein surrounding the smooth muscle fibers of the endomyisium. The test is typically performed using immunosorbent assay (IFA) on monkey esophageal or human intestinal tissue. The presence of these...
Service type
Laboratory test (Blood)
Duration
10-15 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- Accurate analysis for the detection of Indomymium IgA antibodies in blood serum using immunosorbent assay (IFA) technology.
- Consult a gastroenterologist or immunologist to interpret the results.
- Personal support services from Halak.
Medical Service Information
Conditions & Notices
- The most important requirement: The patient must have been on a gluten-containing diet regularly for at least 6-8 weeks before the test. If you are on a gluten-free diet, consult your doctor about a medically supervised gluten challenge.
- Fasting is not required.
- • Total IgA testing should be performed at the same time as, or before, celiac disease, as approximately 2-3% of patients have selective IgA deficiency. If total IgA is low, the EMA-IgA test will be false negative, and IgG antibody testing (such as tTG-IgG or DGP-IgG) should be ordered.
- No other special preparations are required.
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