Melbourne researchers develop 'game-changer' new test to diagnose coeliac disease
Share this @internewscast.com

Melbourne researchers have developed a “game changer” new blood test to replace the painful process of detecting coeliac disease.

It is estimated that more than 350,000 Australians live with coeliac disease, a condition that scientists say is underdiagnosed.

The current diagnostic process requires patients to consume gluten for weeks to ensure accurate test results, often triggering adverse reactions. 

Melbourne researchers have developed a “game changer” new blood test to replace the painful process of detecting coeliac disease. (9News)

At present, those following a gluten-free diet to manage symptoms need to consume gluten again for a few weeks to obtain reliable test results.

“It’s completely counter intuitive,” Associate Professor Jason Tye-Din from the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research (WEHI) said.

“Many people will experience symptoms such as abdominal pain, diarrhoea, vomiting, pain and nausea.”

The new test, developed at WEHI, mixes a patient’s blood sample with gluten fragments in a test tube for a day.

If a specific immune marker appears, they can then be diagnosed with coeliac disease.

“The higher the chemical elevation is… the more likely the person is to have bad symptoms to gluten,” Tye-Din said.

This method potentially eliminates the need for a biopsy to confirm the diagnosis. 

“Particularly for children, not having to go through that gastroscopy would be really, really good,” Olivia Moscatelli from WEHI said.

It is anticipated that the new blood test will be available within two years. 

This article was produced with the assistance of 9ExPress.
Share this @internewscast.com
You May Also Like
A gas station explosion early Friday in southeastern Rome injured at least 40 people, including 11 police officers and one firefighter, but immediate rescue intervention avoided a much more tragic outcome, local authorities and rescuers said.A gas station explosion early Friday in southeastern Rome injured at least 40 people, including 11 police officers and one firefighter, but immediate rescue intervention avoided a much more tragic outcome, local authorities and rescuers said.

Rome Gas Station Explosion Injures 40 – Mayor Suggests It Could Have Been More Severe

A petrol station explosion in southeastern Rome has injured at least 40…
Rod Stewart has candidly opened up about how his split from his ex-wife Rachel Hunter (both pictured in 1998) 'tore him to shreds'

Rod Stewart, 80, Reflects on Heartbreaking Split from Ex-Wife Rachel Hunter, 55

Rod Stewart has candidly opened up about how his split from his…
Sam Neill has revealed his son repeatedly farted on Princess Diana at Jurassic Park's premiere in London back in 1993

Sam Neill Shares Amusing Story of His Son Farting on Princess Diana at the Jurassic Park Premiere

Sam Neill has revealed his son repeatedly farted on Princess Diana at…

Elderly Targeted by ‘Fly-in, Fly-out’ Criminals in $3 Million ‘Blessing Scams’

NSW police have charged two people over their alleged involvement in a…
Kalgoorlie-Boulder residents have been among a strong smell since 2023, prompting council to enlist OPAM Consulting Director Philippe Najean to sniff out its origin.

Smelly Town Sees Progress After Expert Identifies Odor Source

Residents of Kalgoorlie-Boulder have had to deal with a persistent odor since…
Kyiv, Ukraine

Kyiv Faces Intense Missile and Drone Attack in Largest Strike Since War’s Onset

Waves of drone and missile attacks targeted Kyiv overnight into Friday, marking…
Millions of Australians are expecting an inheritance and feel dependent on the windfall to achieve major financial goals such as buying a house or retiring.

Many Australians depend on an inheritance to meet significant financial objectives

Many Australians are counting on an inheritance to help reach significant financial…

Fran Hurndall’s 3,800km Run Across Australia: A 60-Day Journey

This article contains references to domestic violence. When Fran Hurndall encountered the…
SA toxic algal bloom

Urgent Plea for National Disaster Declaration as Seafood Industry Faces Devastation

South Australian fishers are grappling with a severe economic downturn as the…
Eastern Province Police Commissioner Robertson Mweemba said the victims, a 68-year-old and a 67-year-old, were attacked by a female elephant that was with a calf at South Luangwa National Park (pictured)

British Tourist and Friend Tragically Killed by Elephant During Sunrise Safari Walk

A British tourist and her friend from New Zealand  were killed by a…
A bold bid has been launched to bring US President Donald Trump to Queensland for next year's Quad leaders summit.

Premier’s Ambitious Proposal to Invite Donald Trump to Australian State

A bold bid has been launched to bring US President Donald Trump…
Police say 'FIFO criminal' syndicate is behind spiritual blessing scams

Police Reveal ‘Fly-In, Fly-Out’ Crime Syndicate Behind Spiritual Blessing Scams

A woman has been charged over an alleged spiritual blessings scam that…