ANTI THYROID PEROXIDASE ANTIBODY; ANTI TPO
الأجسام المضادة للثايرويد بيروكسيداز؛ مضاد TPO
Sample Type
🧪 Blood
Results In
⏱ 2-4 Days
Fasting
✅ Not Required
Parameters
📊 1
What is ANTI THYROID PEROXIDASE ANTIBODY; ANTI TPO?
This test detects antibodies against thyroid peroxidase (TPO), an enzyme vital for thyroid hormone production. High levels suggest an autoimmune attack on the thyroid gland.
Why is this test important?
Anti-TPO antibodies are a primary marker for autoimmune thyroid diseases, most commonly Hashimoto's thyroiditis. They can also be present in Graves' disease and help assess the risk of developing thyroid dysfunction.
How to Prepare
No special preparation required.
Frequently Asked Questions
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