Thyroid Peroxidase enzyme plays a crucial role in production of Thyroid hormones. Thyroid gland uses iodine, Thyroid Peroxidase enzyme helps thyroid gland in this, and then thyroid gland produces hormones such as T3/...
What is Thyroid Peroxidase?
Thyroid Peroxidase is an enzyme found in the thyroid gland. It is produced by thyroid gland itself. Thyroid gland is a butterfly-shaped gland in the anterior region of the neck.
What is the function of Thyroid Peroxidase enzyme?
Thyroid Peroxidase enzyme plays a crucial role in production of Thyroid hormones. Thyroid gland uses iodine, Thyroid Peroxidase enzyme helps thyroid gland in this, and then thyroid gland produces hormones such as T3/ Triiodothyronine and T4/ Tetraiodothyronine/ Thyroxine which affect basal metabolism, growth and other important functions of the body.
What is Anti Thyroid Peroxidase Antibody Test?
Anti Thyroid Peroxidase Antibody Test is a blood test, which is performed in case of problems related to Thyroid gland. It is used to detect Thyroid Peroxidase antibodies in the sample (blood).
Is Anti TPO Antibody test known by any other names?
Alternative names for Anti TPO Antibody test:
- Anti Microsomal Antibody test
- Thyroid Peroxidase Antibody test
- Anti Thyroid Microsomal Antibody test
- Anti Microsomal Antibody test
- Anti TPO serum test
What are Thyroid Peroxidase antibodies and when are these secreted?
Thyroid Peroxidase antibody is autoantibody against the enzyme thyroid Peroxidase. These antibodies are secreted in cases of autoimmune disorders such as Hashimoto’s Disease and Grave’s Disease.
What are autoimmune disorders?
Autoimmune disorders are those conditions in which body’s immune system mistakenly attacks healthy cells of the body itself.
When is the Anti TPO Antibody test performed?
It is performed when your doctor examines an issue in proper functioning of thyroid gland. Anti TPO Antibody test is advised in case of thyroid diseases, to identify which disease is an individual suffering from. It is also performed in case of routine examination of individuals at high risk of developing autoimmune thyroid diseases, such as, Hashimoto’s Disease and Grave’s Disease.
When should an individual get Anti TPO test done?
After consulting a doctor, the doctor will prescribe Anti TPO Antibody test based on signs and symptoms shown by the individual, such as:
- Constant fatigue
- Decreased tolerance to cold temperature
- Insomnia
- Anxiety and depression
- Goiter
- Tremors
- Hair loss
- Protruding eyes
- Increased heart rate, etc.
How is Anti TPO Antibody test performed?
A healthcare professional will take the required amount of blood sample from the vein by inserting a needle. The blood sample is labeled correctly and sent to the laboratory for testing.
Are there any risks involved in getting Anti TPO Antibody test?
There are no risks involved in getting Anti TPO Antibody test done other than the sting of the needle which is there at the time of blood sample collection.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
What is normal range for Anti TPO antibody test?
If the test report shows less than 9 IU/ml, it is considered normal. Anything above 9IU/ml is considered as an indication of autoimmune disorders.
Why is TPO test done?
Anti TPO antibody or Anti Microsomal antibody test is done to diagnose autoimmune diseases of thyroid gland as Hashimoto’s Disease and Grave’s Disease.
What if TPO Antibody is high in blood?
If blood TPO antibody is found high in Anti TPO antibody test, it is an indication of autoimmune disorder. Consult your doctor.
What precautions to take before TPO test?
Consult with your doctor and it is advised to stop consuming any medication that might interfere with thyroid function, to improve the accuracy of diagnosis.
What does it mean if only TPO antibody is high?
If an individual doesn’t have any thyroid disease, but still TPO antibody is high, it suggests that individual is at high risk of developing an autoimmune thyroid disorder in future and needs regular monitoring.
What are the symptoms of high TPO antibodies?
After consulting a doctor, the doctor will prescribe Anti TPO Antibody test based on signs and symptoms shown by the individual, such as:
- Constant fatigue
- Decreased tolerance to cold temperature
- Insomnia
- Anxiety and depression
- Goiter
- Tremors
- Hair loss
- Protruding eyes
- Increased heart rate, etc.
Why do thyroid auto-antibodies increase?
Thyroid auto-antibodies increase in blood in case of autoimmune disorders such as Hashimoto’s Disease and Grave’s Disease, where the immune system mistakenly starts attacking healthy cells of thyroid gland.
