How to Test for Gluten Allergy?

See a doctor or allergist for evaluation

Describe your symptoms, timing, and possible gluten exposure

Get tested for celiac disease with blood tests

Ask about IgA tissue transglutaminase antibody test

Ask about total IgA level

Ask about endomysial antibody test if needed

Ask about deamidated gliadin peptide antibody test if needed

If blood tests are positive, have an intestinal biopsy if recommended

Get tested for wheat allergy with skin prick testing

Get tested for wheat-specific IgE blood testing

Consider an oral food challenge only under medical supervision

Do not stop eating gluten before celiac testing unless instructed by a doctor

Ask about non-celiac gluten sensitivity if celiac disease and wheat allergy are ruled out

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