Thyroid Peroxidase (TPO) Antibodies LabCorp

Cold intolerance: High TPO antibodies can indicate Hashimoto's thyroiditis, which often causes an underactive thyroid leading to feeling cold.
Constipation: An underactive thyroid, sometimes caused by high TPO antibodies, can slow down digestion leading to constipation.
Dry skin: Thyroid issues related to high TPO antibodies can affect skin health, potentially causing dryness.
Fatigue: An underactive thyroid, linked to high TPO antibodies, is a common cause of persistent tiredness and fatigue.
Hair loss: Thyroid problems associated with high TPO antibodies can disrupt hair growth cycles, potentially causing hair loss.
Weight gain: An underactive thyroid, which can be indicated by high TPO antibodies, can slow metabolism and contribute to weight gain.

$20.00

This test measures Thyroid Peroxidase (TPO) Antibodies, which play a significant role in diagnosing thyroid disease.

LabCorp Test #: 006676, CPT: 86376

Disclaimer: Due to state regulations, Defy Medical does not offer on-demand lab testing in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, or Massachusetts.

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This test measures the amount of antibodies that attack the thyroid peroxidase enzyme in your thyroid gland. It helps diagnose autoimmune thyroid diseases like Hashimoto's thyroiditis or Graves' disease. High levels of these antibodies can indicate your immune system is attacking your thyroid.

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Why To Buy	This TPO Antibodies test checks for autoimmune markers that can cause thyroid problems, helping identify the root cause of symptoms like fatigue and weight gain. Finding the cause(s) of: Cold intolerance: High TPO antibodies can indicate Hashimoto's thyroiditis, which often causes an underactive thyroid leading to feeling cold. Constipation: An underactive thyroid, sometimes caused by high TPO antibodies, can slow down digestion leading to constipation. Dry skin: Thyroid issues related to high TPO antibodies can affect skin health, potentially causing dryness. Fatigue: An underactive thyroid, linked to high TPO antibodies, is a common cause of persistent tiredness and fatigue. Hair loss: Thyroid problems associated with high TPO antibodies can disrupt hair growth cycles, potentially causing hair loss. Weight gain: An underactive thyroid, which can be indicated by high TPO antibodies, can slow metabolism and contribute to weight gain.
Symptoms	Cold intolerance, Constipation, Dry skin, Fatigue, Hair loss, Weight gain