New simple test launched to differentiate between functional bowel disorders
Posted Jan 06 2012 5:04am
The world’s first fully automated test for faecal calprotectin, EliA™ Calprotectin, has been launched in the UK. This test can differentiateThe specialisation of cells or tissues for a specific function. between a variety of functional bowelA common name for the large and/or small intestines. disorders including Crohn’s diseaseA chronic inflammatory disease affecting the gastrointestinal tract., ulcerative colitisA form of inflammatory bowel disease causing inflammation and ulceration of the colon. and irritable bowel syndrome (IBSirritable bowel syndrome, a combination of abdominal pain and constipation, diarrhoea, or bouts of each that occur in the absence of any other diagnosed disease).
The test allows for faster and more efficient processing of samples than the tests currently used to distinguish between inflammatory bowel diseaseA group of inflammatory conditions of the intestine. The two major forms are Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. (IBDAn abbreviation for inflammatory bowel disease, a group of inflammatory conditions of the intestine. The two major forms are Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis.) and IBS. Its high sensitivity will enable doctors to diagnose the conditions earlier leading to more effective and successful treatment. The test can also be used to monitor disease activity following the diagnosisThe process of determining which condition a patient may have. allowing it to predict a relapseA return or worsening of the symptoms of a disease after a period of remission. during remissionThe lessening or disappearance of the symptoms or signs of a disease..
The EliA™ Calprotectin has been shown in clinical trials to outperform bloodA fluid that transports oxygen and other substances through the body, made up of blood cells suspended in a liquid. tests such as CRPAn abbreviation for C-reactive protein, found in the blood. Raised levels of this protein suggest tissue damage or necrosis (death of cells). and ESRAn abbreviation for erythrocyte sedimentation rate, the speed with which red blood cells settle out of suspension in the blood. This indirectly measures inflammation in the body. and removes the need for endoscopic procedures, including colonscopy. For further information about arranging a test and diagnosing bowel disorders please click here .
The world’s first fully automated test for faecal calprotectin, EliA™ Calprotectin, has been launched in the UK. This test can differentiateThe specialisation of cells or tissues for a specific function. between a variety of functional bowelA common name for the large and/or small intestines. disorders including Crohn’s diseaseA chronic inflammatory disease affecting the gastrointestinal tract., ulcerative colitisA form of inflammatory bowel disease causing inflammation and ulceration of the colon. and irritable bowel syndrome (IBSirritable bowel syndrome, a combination of abdominal pain and constipation, diarrhoea, or bouts of each that occur in the absence of any other diagnosed disease).
The test allows for faster and more efficient processing of samples than the tests currently used to distinguish between inflammatory bowel diseaseA group of inflammatory conditions of the intestine. The two major forms are Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. (IBDAn abbreviation for inflammatory bowel disease, a group of inflammatory conditions of the intestine. The two major forms are Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis.) and IBS. Its high sensitivity will enable doctors to diagnose the conditions earlier leading to more effective and successful treatment. The test can also be used to monitor disease activity following the diagnosisThe process of determining which condition a patient may have. allowing it to predict a relapseA return or worsening of the symptoms of a disease after a period of remission. during remissionThe lessening or disappearance of the symptoms or signs of a disease..
The EliA™ Calprotectin has been shown in clinical trials to outperform bloodA fluid that transports oxygen and other substances through the body, made up of blood cells suspended in a liquid. tests such as CRPAn abbreviation for C-reactive protein, found in the blood. Raised levels of this protein suggest tissue damage or necrosis (death of cells). and ESRAn abbreviation for erythrocyte sedimentation rate, the speed with which red blood cells settle out of suspension in the blood. This indirectly measures inflammation in the body. and removes the need for endoscopic procedures, including colonscopy. For further information about arranging a test and diagnosing bowel disorders please click here .