Ordering RecommendationRecommendations when to order or not order the test. May include related or preferred tests.
Acceptable reflexive screening test for celiac disease. Positive screen results reflex to IgA and IgG antibody testing for tissue transglutaminase antibody (tTG) and deaminated gliadin peptide antibody (DGP). Preferred screening test is Celiac Disease Reflexive Cascade (2008114) or Tissue Transglutaminase (tTG) Antibody, IgA (0097709) testing.
Negative - No significant level of detectable IgA or IgG antibodies against human tissue transglutaminase or gliadin peptide.
20 Units or greater
Positive - Presence of IgA and/or IgA antibodies against human tissue transglutaminase and/or gliadin peptide; suggests possibility of certain gluten sensitive enteropathies such as celiac disease and dermatitis herpetiformis.
Interpretive DataBackground information for test. May include disease information, patient result explanation, recommendations, details of testing, associated diseases, explanation of possible patient results.
Refer to individual components.
Compliance Category
FDA
NoteAdditional information related to the test.
The Celiac Disease Dual Antigen Screen is a combined antibody assay for tissue transglutaminase and deamidated gliadin-derived peptide antibodies, IgA and IgG.
If Celiac Disease Dual Antigen Screen is 20 Units or greater, then tTG IgA and Gliadin Peptide IgA will be added. If tTG IgA and Gliadin Peptide IgA are negative, tTG IgG and Gliadin Peptide IgG will be added. Additional charges apply.
Hotline History
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CPT CodesThe American Medical Association Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes published in ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory are provided for informational purposes only. The codes reflect our interpretation of CPT coding requirements based upon AMA guidelines published annually. CPT codes are provided only as guidance to assist clients with billing. ARUP strongly recommends that clients confirm CPT codes with their Medicare administrative contractor, as requirements may differ. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. ARUP Laboratories assumes no responsibility for billing errors due to reliance on the CPT codes published.
83516; if reflexed, add 83516 x2; if further reflexed, add 83516 x2
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AliasesOther names that describe the test. Synonyms.
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