Evidence checklist
Celiac Disease
Evidence strength
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Specialist opinion
Highest value0 of 2 collectedDuodenal biopsy from upper endoscopy showing villous atrophy, crypt hyperplasia, and increased intraepithelial lymphocytes (Marsh grade IIIa–IIIc) — the gold standard for celiac diagnosis.
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A medical opinion connecting celiac disease onset or exacerbation to service-related stress, infections, or gluten exposure patterns during deployment.
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Treating physician
0 of 2 collectedLab results showing elevated tTG-IgA antibodies (or anti-endomysial antibodies in IgA-sufficient patients) — the primary screening test for celiac disease. Total IgA must be measured to rule out IgA deficiency.
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Records from a registered dietitian or treating gastroenterologist documenting strict gluten-free diet requirement and the impact of dietary restriction on daily living.
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Treatment records
0 of 1 collectedLab results documenting nutritional deficiencies resulting from intestinal malabsorption — anemia, osteopenia, vitamin D deficiency, and hypoalbuminemia support a higher severity rating.
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Lay statements
0 of 2 collectedYour provider's written prescription for a gluten-free diet, records of chronic diarrhea, and labs showing nutritional deficiencies. Under DC 7355 these are the named criteria: 30% for malabsorption with chronic diarrhea managed by a prescribed diet, 50% when nutritional deficiencies and systemic manifestations are added, and 80% with wasting, anemia, and weakness that interferes with daily activities.
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A written statement from someone who can describe observable symptoms and how your condition affects daily life.
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Benefits questionnaire
0 of 1 collectedStandardized form capturing celiac diagnosis confirmation, symptom frequency, nutritional deficiency status, and incapacitating episode count.
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Service records
0 of 1 collectedMilitary medical records showing in-service treatment, complaints, or injuries related to this condition.
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