SIgA

[Denise DeRosier]

In the recorded version of Module 2, you started talking about SIgA being elevated when one of the CDSA inflammatory bowel markers was high or low? Can you reiterate that point. Also can you talk more on what else to look for when SIgA is elevated.

[DrWoeller]

Denise,
The Secretory IgA is often high in the presence of infection (i.e. bacteria, yeast), as well as food sensitivities. There may be some inflammation too, but the mucosal immune system should be functional.

With long-standing inflammation and damage along the mucosal barrier though the Secretory IgA can be low even if infections are present.

Generally, the longer the problems in the gut the greater the chance Secretory IgA can be low. The biggest concern is a low Secretory IgA in the presence of infection. If The Secretory IgA is high in the presence of infection than at least you know the mucosal immune system is making an attempt to fight the problem.

Sincerely,
Dr. Woeller

[Denise DeRosier]

Perfect, that is helpful, thank you. Really enjoying the course!

[DrWoeller]

Denise,
Great. Thank you!
Dr. Woeller

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