Accuracy of Serologic Tests and HLA-DQ Typing for Diagnosing Celiac Disease

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What is the problem and what is known about it so far?

Celiac disease is caused by a reaction to gluten, a protein found in wheat, rye, and barley. People with celiac disease who eat food …

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  1. Ann Intern Med September 4, 2007 vol. 147 no. 5 I-34
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