EMA IgG Celiac Test at Home | Lahalak Medical Platform
A vital complementary test for diagnosing celiac disease in patients with specific immune deficiencies, ensuring an accurate diagnosis is not overlooked.
Scientific name: Anti-Endomysial Antibody (EMA) IgG Test
The anti-endomysial antibody (IgG) test is an immunological test that detects the presence of IgG autoantibodies directed against endomysial protein (the connective tissue surrounding smooth muscle fibers). This test is used in a limited, complementary manner, primarily in patients with selective IgA deficiency, a condition present in approximately...
Service type
Laboratory test (Blood)
Duration
10-15 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- Accurate analysis for the detection of Indomymium type IgG antibodies in blood serum using immunosorbent assay (IFA) technology.
- Consult a gastroenterologist or immunologist to interpret the results, with a focus on IgA deficiency cases.
- Personal support services from Halak.
Medical Service Information
Conditions & Notices
- • Essential requirement: The total serum IgA level must be measured first. This test (EMA-IgG) is only requested if the total IgA level is low, or if other IgA tests are negative with strong clinical suspicion.
- Food condition: The patient must have a nutrient containing gluten for at least 6-8 weeks before the examination. Follow gluten-free diet will lead to false negative result.
- Fasting is not required.
- No other special preparations are required.
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