Coeliac Disease: Screening And Diagnosis

Despite coeliac being a relatively common medical condition, many people with the disease aren’t even aware of having it. This is mainly because the symptoms of coeliac are quite familiar and can often be mistaken for other common illnesses. However, the frequency and intensity of these symptoms lead to the severity of the disease.
Here’s a quick guide on coeliac disease and what coeliac screen tests are currently available for its diagnosis.
Coeliac Disease: What Is It?
Coeliac disease is an autoimmune disorder that causes adverse reactions to gluten intake. In individuals with this condition, eating gluten causes the immune system to attack the digestive system. This leads to damage to the inner tissue lining of the small intestine, which …