Coeliac Disease

In New Zealand as many as 1 in 82 people have coeliac disease. There is a strong genetic link with this autoimmune condition. Exposure to gluten in the diet leads to an inflammatory reaction where the surface of the small bowel gets damaged and loses its ability to absorb food, vitimans and minerals.

Coeliac disease is not an intolerance. If you have concerns about food intolerances click here.

There is a screening blood test that your GP can organise called the transglutaminase antibodies. However this test will miss up to 10% of people who do have the disease.

The only way to accurately diagnose this condition is with a biopsy of the small bowel. We can perform this for you in our state of the art facility in Remuera, Auckland.

 Our Doctors and dietician are leading experts in this feild and can diagnose you and manage your symptoms reducing your long term risks of the serious potential complications of this condition.

Please contact us for an appointment