transglutaminase antibody

Last reviewed 01/2018

Transglutaminase antibody (IgA class) is used as a serologic test in the diagnosis of coeliac disease. The diagnostic accuracy of this test is:

  • sensitivity >= 90%
  • specificity >= 97%

Reference:

  1. Rostom A et al. The diagnostic accuracy of serologic tests for celiac disease: a systematic review. Gastroenterology 2005; 128:S38-46.

Related pages:

coeliac disease

immunological tests for coeliac disease