Thyroid Test TPO
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What is tested for in the Thyroid Test TPO? This thyroid test measures TPO antibodies (Thyroid peroxidase). It is possible to have normal levels of TSH, T3 and T4 and still have thyroid antibodies. If the thyroid gland attacks itself, it can lead to Hashimoto's disease. Hashimotos's disease is an autoimmune disorder where the immune system attacks the thyroid cells, causing hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid). Hashimoto's is most common among women. The difference between hypothyroidism and Hashimoto's disease is that hypothyroidism simply means an underactive thyroid gland, whereas Hashimoto's disease is an autoimmune disorder in which the immune system attacks the thyroid cells, resulting in low thyroid hormone production. Symptoms - Hashimoto's disease Fatigue, tiredness Increased sensitivity to cold Dry skin Constipation Depression Puffy face Hair loss, brittle nails Memory problems What is the thyroid feedback loop? The thyroid gland is part of the hypothalamic-pituitary-thyroid axis. And the thyroid hormone secretion is exerted by what is called a negative feedback loop. Thyroid-Releasing Hormone (TRH) from the hypothalamus stimulates the release of Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) from the pituitary. TSH controls the production of the thyroid hormones T4 and T3 (if you would like to measure levels of TSH, T3 and T4, we offer Thyroid test TSH, fT3 & fT4 ). T4 is the inactive form that is converted to the active form T3. It is the active form that is used by the cells of the body. About a third of T4 is converted to T3 - provided we have a healthy liver, healthy gut flora and adequate nutritional levels (especially selenium and zinc). The transformation of thyroid hormones can be inhibited by factors such as alcohol, cigarettes, environmental toxins, heavy metals, inflammation, insulin resistance and certain drugs. How does the Thyroid Test TPO? The test is a blood test that is collected at home via a prick in the finger and then you squeeze out blood that you drip onto strips of paper. The sample is then sent to the lab for analysis and you will receive your answer digitally as soon as the lab has analyzed your sample. Shipping to the lab is included in the price.
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