Should my relatives be tested for celiac disease?

Celiac disease is a genetic condition so if you have celiac disease your close blood relatives should be tested for celiac disease. This is true even if they do not have symptoms, as celiac disease is sometimes asymptomatic.

You’ll find some advice for how to talk to them about getting tested for celiac disease here.

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