Anti-Reticulin IgA Test | Lahalak Medical Platform
Seeking a definitive celiac disease diagnosis? The reticulin antibody test provides valuable complementary evidence to confirm or rule out gluten sensitivity, ensuring you receive the correct dietary management plan.
Scientific name: Anti-Reticulin IgA Antibodies Test
The anti-reticulin antibody (ARA) test is a serological test that detects the presence of IgA autoantibodies directed against reticulin fibers in connective tissue, particularly those in the lamina propria of the small intestine wall. It is typically performed using immunosorbent assay (IFA). Formerly used primarily for the diagnosis of celiac dise...
Service type
Laboratory test (Blood)
Duration
10-15 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- Analysis to detect the presence and measure the titer of IgA reticulin antibodies in blood serum.
- Consult a gastroenterologist to interpret the results, emphasizing their complementary nature.
- Personal support services from Halak.
Medical Service Information
Conditions & Notices
- The most important requirement: The patient must have been on a gluten-containing diet for at least 6-8 weeks prior to the test, otherwise the result may be a false negative.
- Fasting is not required
- It is recommended to perform a total IgA test at the same time, because selective IgA deficiency may lead to a false-negative result in all celiac-specific IgA tests.
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