This blood test detects antibodies against thyroid peroxidase, an enzyme vital for thyroid hormone production. High levels may indicate autoimmune thyroid disorders like Hashimoto’s thyroiditis or Graves’ disease. It helps diagnose thyroid inflammation or dysfunction, especially when symptoms or abnormal thyroid hormone levels are present.
No patient preparation necessary.
Ground Floor, Balagtas Town Center, Borol 1st, Bulacan, MacArthur Hwy, Balagtas, 3016 Bulacan, Philippines