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Home testing - gluten intolerance/ coeliac

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SilverGlitterBaubles · 18/04/2025 15:45

Has anyone used home test kits for coeliac disease? I realise that a proper test with the GP is required for confirmation and guidance but are these also a good indicator?

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RealityContinuesToRuinMyLife · 18/04/2025 16:38

Even the blood tests that the GP orders can give false negatives according to coeliac U.K. site, but I guess if you are positive on a home one, the GP will at least order a test. They could possibly refer for an endoscopy & biopsy to diagnose if your symptoms match and all blood tests are negative though, so probably best to discuss with the GP.
Remember not to exclude gluten for several weeks before testing.

SilverGlitterBaubles · 19/04/2025 16:05

I’m hoping it will be negative but keeping an open mind depending on how symptoms persist will certainly make a GP appointment either way.

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MintChocCat · 31/05/2025 23:21

Old thread I know, but did you ever find out @SilverGlitterBaubles

I am thinking I am coleac and looking to order a home test.

MumChp · 31/05/2025 23:28

Waste of money. See your GP for advice.

legoplaybook · 31/05/2025 23:31

MintChocCat · 31/05/2025 23:21

Old thread I know, but did you ever find out @SilverGlitterBaubles

I am thinking I am coleac and looking to order a home test.

Home tests can't diagnose anything.

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