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Hello Everyone!

Thank you so much for your many supportive replies to my question
regarding a biopsy being the gold standard test for CD.  I apologize for
taking so long to summarize.

Some important points brought to my attention:

- majority believed that there are definitely different levels of
intolerance to gluten as well as levels of CD severity.

- keep in mind that tests for CD as well as the Dr.s performing are
subject to error in reading and taking the test(s).

- for more info try a web site that addresses celiac testing:
http://www.fastlane.net/homepage/thodge/DIAG-TST.txt

Thank you again to everyone who responded - it really warmed my heart!

By the way, is anyone on the listserv from Winchester or Charlottesville
and interested in getting in touch?

-Sally in VA