A thyroid antibody The test will determine the level of thyroid antibodies In your blood monster. You. thyroid There is a little thing in the neck of your neck that It produces hormones that control almost every effect in your body, including the rhythm of your heart and how fast you burn calories with food.
Antibodies are proteins produced by the immune system to fight germs, bacteria, and other strange preparations. But sometimes. antibodies They mistakenly attack healthy cells in your personal tissues and organs. This is called an autoimmune disease.
If antibodies attack your thyroid They have a serious chance thyroid Autoimmune Diseases:
- Hashimoto’s disease, also known as Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, is considered the most common cause of hypothyroidism (lack of thyroid gland) thyroid ) Hypothyroidism occurs when you thyroid Failure thyroid hormones to meet your body’s needs. Thyroid hormones affect the way your body uses energy. Without the proper amount thyroid hormone slows down almost every function of your body.
- Grave disease is considered the most common cause of hyperthyroidism (active thyroid With hyperthyroidism you are. thyroid makes more thyroid Hormones are needed by your body. This accelerates many bodily functions.
If your doctor has determined that you are hypothyroid or hyperthyroid, thyroid antibody Tests can help you find out if a thyroid Autoimmune diseases can cause problems. There are various studies that test for different types of autoimmune diseases. of thyroid antibodies Your doctor will select the study for you based on your symptoms, the results of other studies, information about your disease status, and family health status.
Other names: thyroid autoantibodies, thyroid peroxidase antibody TPO, anti-TPO, anti-thyroid microsomes. antibody Thyroid stimulating immunoglobulin, TSI, TSH receptor antibody , Long-acting thyroid Stimulator, LATS, receptor receptor binding inhibitory immunoglobulin, people thyroid stimulator
What is it used for?
If tests of your thyroid Hormone levels indicate that your body is not functioning properly. thyroid If your hormone levels are not functioning properly, your doctor can order thyroid antibody tests to see if an autoimmune disease is causing the problem.
Thyroid antibody Tests are used thyroid antibodies that affect your thyroid in a variety of ways. These are. antibodies include:
- Thyroid peroxidase antibodies (TPOAB). Increased levels of this antibodies is a symptom of Hashimoto’s disease causing hypothyroidism.
- Thyroglobulin antibodies (TGAB). Increased levels of this antibodies is a symptom of Hashimoto’s disease.
- Thyroid Stimulator Receptor. antibodies (TRAb). These antibodies can be a symptom of Grave’s disease.
Why do I need a thyroid antibody test?
You may need a thyroid antibody Check to see if there are signs of Hashimoto’s or Grave’s disease. But first your doctor will usually do a blood test to see what you see thyroid hormone levels to see if you have hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism. Thyroid hormone tests include T3, T4, and TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone).
These test totals combined with your welfare situation, your family, research, and symptoms, thyroid antibody testing.
Symptoms of Hashimoto’s disease include
- Weight gain
- Fatigue
- Hair loss
- Low tolerance for cool temperatures
- Irregular menstruation
- Constipation
- Depression
- Joint pain
Grave disease symptoms include
- weight loss
- Eye separation
- Waving arms
- Low tolerance for heat
- Sleep
- Restlessness
- High heartbeat
- Swollen thyroid , known as goiter
What happens during a thyroid antibody test?
The physician takes blood from a vein in your arm with a small needle. After the needle is inserted, a small amount of blood is collected in a test tube or vial. You will feel some pressure as the needle goes in and out. This usually takes less than 5 minutes.
Do I need to prepare for the test?
There is no significant special preparation for the test. a thyroid antibodies blood test.
Are there any risks involved in the test?
There are no sufficient risks involved in blood testing. You can have slight pain and bruising in the area where the needle is inserted, but most signs disappear quickly.
What do the results mean?
The results may indicate one of the following
- Negative: no thyroid antibodies Found. What does it mean? thyroid Symptoms are probably not caused by an autoimmune disease.
- Positive: thyroid antibodies TPOAB and/or TGAB were found. This could mean that you have Hashimoto’s disease. Most people with Hashimoto’s have increased levels of type 1 or both of antibodies .
- Positive: thyroid antibodies TPOAB and/or TRAB found. This could mean that you have Grave’s Disease.
The more thyroid antibodies It is more likely that you have an autoimmune disease. the thyroid If Hashimoto’s or Grave’s Disease is established with you, there are medications you can take to control your condition.
Is there anything else I should know? a thyroid antibody test?
Thyroid disorders can worsen during pregnancy. It can take a toll from both the mother and her unborn child. If you have ever had thyroid been sick and are pregnant, you can test for thyroid antibodies along with testing for thyroid Hormones. Medications thyroid This disease is not dangerous to take during pregnancy.
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