Digestive Panel

Use: The digestive system is made up of a group of organs that work together to convert the food we eat into energy and nutrients to feed our bodies. This category contains tests specifically for digestive disorders that cause uncomfortable symptoms such as bloating, diarrhea, gas, and/or stomach pain when eating a specific food. Certain tests can determine whether the digestive system is working properly and can help pinpoint any issues going on in your colon, intestine, liver, and pancreas.

An Amylase and Lipase Test can identify inflammation of the pancreas. Amylase helps break down starches in our bodies and Lipase helps our body digest fats. If these levels are high, it usually suggests pancreatitis.

If you have celiac disease, an autoimmune disorder in which the body attacks itself with its own antibodies. With celiac, the ingestion of gluten (a protein found in wheat and barley) triggers an immune response which means that your own immune system attacks your small intestine. These tests check for certain antibodies (transglutaminase IgA and others) that your immune system would create if it were hypersensitive to gluten. For accurate results, your diet should include gluten at the time of testing.