{"product_id":"coeliac-disease-gene-test","title":"Coeliac Disease Gene Test","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"col-md-6\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"article-item deep-green\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat Can Coeliac Gene Testing Help Identify?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis test can help to:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetermine if you carry the HLA-DQ2 or HLA-DQ8 genes associated with coeliac disease\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRule out coeliac disease if these genes are absent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupport diagnosis when blood test results are inconclusive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAssist those already on a gluten-free diet who want to clarify their genetic risk\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvide information for family members who may be at risk\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWho Should Consider This Test?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoeliac gene testing is recommended for individuals who:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHave symptoms suggestive of coeliac disease but inconclusive blood tests\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHave started a gluten-free diet before completing standard testing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHave a family history of coeliac disease or related autoimmune conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAre at risk of nutrient deficiencies or digestive problems linked to gluten sensitivity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWant to understand their genetic predisposition as part of a broader gut health assessment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-md-6\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"article-item deep-green\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow Is the Test Done?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis genetic test can either be a cheek swab to collect DNA, or a blood sample collected at a pathology lab. It is then sent to a lab where your genes are analysed for the presence of HLA-DQ2 and HLA-DQ8 variants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow Are Results Used?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eResults indicate whether you carry the genes associated with coeliac disease. If you do not carry these genes, coeliac disease can almost certainly be ruled out. If you do carry them, your practitioner will work with you to interpret these results in the context of symptoms and other testing, helping to guide further diagnostic steps or management strategies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Melbourne Natural","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48719563522205,"sku":"MNMC-FT-COELIAC","price":260.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/9563\/3053\/files\/CoeliacDiseaseGeneTest.png?v=1786004911","url":"https:\/\/melbournenatural.com.au\/products\/coeliac-disease-gene-test","provider":"Melbourne Natural","version":"1.0","type":"link"}