The TPO Antibody test detects antibodies against thyroid peroxidase to help diagnose autoimmune thyroid disorders.
The TPO (Thyroid Peroxidase) Antibody test is a blood test used to detect antibodies directed against thyroid peroxidase, an enzyme essential for thyroid hormone production.
The presence of TPO antibodies indicates an autoimmune response against the thyroid gland and is commonly associated with conditions such as Hashimoto’s thyroiditis and Graves’ disease. These disorders can lead to hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism.
This test is often used along with other thyroid function tests like T3, T4, and TSH to confirm autoimmune thyroid disease and evaluate the underlying cause of thyroid dysfunction.
The purpose of this test is to