Degrees of abnormal: Latent: abnormal blood test/antibody tests, but normal biopsy and no symptoms or signs.Children diagnosed with celiac sprue as children; tolerated introduction of gluten. Can develop signs and symptoms later in life. Silent:: abnormal antibody tests, abnormal intestinal biopsy nut no signs or symptoms even on gluten diet. Can develop signs/symptoms later in life.
Answered 1/2/2013
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Celiac: Basically means you test positive for the antibodies known to cause the disease but you do not manifest any of the classic symptoms of celiac disease.
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