There are several species of tapeworms, and each uses a different intermediate host to infect a pet. Fleas, small rodents, rabbits or larger animals such as deer and sheep are the hosts that transmit the worms to dogs or cats. Pets infected with tapeworms do not normally lose weight or display symptoms of illness.
The Glut1 protein is also found in red blood cells (erythrocytes). Testing is available on a clinical basis to assess erythrocyte glucose transporter activity, which is reduced by approximately 50 percent in individuals with Glut1 deficiency syndrome.
No, the tTG test does not replace the gliadin antibody test. The tTG can ONLY indicate if you have tissue damage (in the gut). However, a high tTG level âinfersâ that gluten has damaged the gut â it is a more accurate indicator of gut damage than endoscopy. The tTG, is not a perfect test, especially in children.