Anti-TPO, Anti-TG
Hashimoto
The Hashimoto check determines the values of the parameters Anti-TPO and Anti-TG. These two parameters are crucial for the diagnosis and monitoring of autoimmune diseases of the thyroid gland. By measuring the corresponding antibody levels, diseases such as Hashimoto's thyroiditis and Graves' disease can be detected and treated early.
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Visit your pharmacy and ask about CaboCheck.
With each test, you will receive an information sheet with your personal test QR code (CaboCheck-ID), through which you can retrieve the test result.
Test execution on-site or at a later date
You have the choice to have the test done directly in the pharmacy or to make an appointment. Sample collection is done quickly and easily by our special capillary blood machine, which ensures a gentle and efficient blood draw.
Quick and reliable results
Your sample will be evaluated by a professional laboratory, and you will receive your detailed laboratory report via email within 2-3 days. Benefit from the accuracy and reliability of medical laboratory tests, conveniently and easily conducted in your pharmacy.
CaboCheck Benefits
Professionelle Probenentnahme vor Ort in der Apotheke
Einfache Kapillarblutentnahme innerhalb von 2 Minuten
Auswertung durch medizinisches Facharztlabor
Labor-Ergebnisse als PDF oder online
Fragen und Antworten zu Anti TPO
What is the respective laboratory value?
Anti-TPO are antibodies against thyroid peroxidase, an enzyme that is required in the thyroid gland for hormone production. The laboratory value measures the concentration of these antibodies in the blood, which are often elevated in autoimmune diseases of the thyroid.
For whom is such a test to be considered?
An anti-TPO test is recommended for: Persons with suspected Hashimoto's thyroiditis or Graves' disease Patients with symptoms of thyroid under- or overfunction (e.g. weight gain, nervousness, fatigue) People with a family history of thyroid diseases Women with unfulfilled desire to have children or miscarriages Monitoring of patients with thyroid surgery or radioiodine therapy
What is it used for?
The test is used for the diagnosis and monitoring of autoimmune thyroid diseases. It helps to clarify the cause of thyroid dysfunction and to evaluate the prognosis.
What can be inferred from that?
An elevated anti-TPO value often indicates an autoimmune disease of the thyroid gland, such as Hashimoto's thyroiditis or Graves' disease. Symptoms can be: Fatigue, weight gain, dry skin (with underfunction) Palpitations, nervousness, sweating (with overfunction) Elevated values without symptoms also occur in healthy individuals and are usually clinically insignificant in this case.
What is the ideal time for a test?
The test can be performed at any time, regardless of time of day or year. In case of suspected autoimmune diseases or after operations, the test should be carried out promptly.
Particularly interesting?
Anti-TPO is a very sensitive marker for autoimmune diseases of the thyroid gland, especially Hashimoto's thyroiditis. An isolated elevated value without further symptoms or conspicuous hormone levels usually does not require therapy, but regular monitoring. Pregnancy can influence the antibody levels and pose an increased risk for thyroid dysfunction.
Fragen und Antworten zu Anti TG
What is the respective laboratory value?
Anti-TG are antibodies against thyreoglobulin, a protein that is needed in the thyroid gland for hormone production. The laboratory value measures the concentration of these antibodies in the blood, which can be increased in autoimmune diseases of the thyroid gland.
For whom is such a test to be considered?
An anti-TG test is recommended for: Persons with suspected Hashimoto's thyroiditis or Graves' disease Patients with unclear thyroid function disorders People with a family history of thyroid diseases Follow-up care for thyroid cancer (to monitor for recurrence)
What is it used for?
The test serves the diagnosis of autoimmune diseases of the thyroid gland and follow-up after thyroid surgery or cancer. It helps to clarify the cause of thyroid disorders.
What can be inferred from that?
Here is the translation: An elevated anti-TG value can indicate autoimmune diseases such as Hashimoto's thyroiditis or Graves' disease. Symptoms of these diseases can be: Hypothyroidism (fatigue, weight gain) Hyperthyroidism (nervousness, weight loss)
What is the ideal time for a test?
The testing can be carried out independently of the time of day or year. In case of suspected autoimmune disease, the testing should be carried out as soon as possible.
Particularly interesting?
Anti-TG alone is not enough for a diagnosis; it is often combined with Anti-TPO and TSH. Elevated values can also occur in healthy individuals without clinical symptoms. The value is used as a progression parameter in thyroid cancer patients.