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.
The Anti-Thyroid Peroxidase test detects antibodies that attack the thyroid, indicating autoimmune thyroid disorders like Hashimoto's thyroiditis or Graves' disease.
Read MoreThe Anti-TPO test helps diagnose autoimmune thyroid diseases like Hashimoto's and Graves', guiding treatment by measuring antibodies that attack thyroid enzymes.
Read MoreYes, the Anti-TPO test helps diagnose Hashimoto's thyroiditis by detecting elevated antibodies against thyroid peroxidase, indicating an autoimmune reaction against the thyroid.
Read MoreThe Anti-Thyroid Peroxidase test helps diagnose autoimmune thyroid disorders like Hashimoto's and Graves' disease by measuring antibodies that attack the thyroid, indicating inflammation or dysfunction.
Read MoreHigh Anti-TPO levels in adults may indicate autoimmune thyroid diseases like Hashimoto's thyroiditis or Graves' disease, where the immune system attacks the thyroid gland.
Read MoreThe Anti-TPO test is generally not painful. It involves a simple blood draw, which might cause mild discomfort or a slight pinch.
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