Coeliac HLA-DQ2 / DQ8 Genotyping
HLA-DQ typing used primarily to rule out coeliac disease: absence of DQ2 and DQ8 makes coeliac disease extremely unlikely. Unlike antibody testing, this test is unaffected by whether you are currently eating gluten.
- Sample type
- Whole blood
- Turnaround
- 7–10 business days
- Fasting
- Not required
- Collection
- Home visit or centre
What's measured (3 groups)
- HLA-DQA1 / HLA-DQB1 typing
- DQ2.5, DQ2.2, DQ8 haplotype determination
- Risk-gradient interpretation
How to prepare
- No fasting required
- No need to be eating gluten for this test
Partner accredited genomics laboratory
Results are released to your Meridian Health account and can be shared with your treating clinician. Lab results are best interpreted alongside your clinical history — book a consultation if you'd like to review them with a doctor.
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