What is Thyroid Peroxidase Antibodies?
Autoantibodies targeting thyroid peroxidase, the enzyme responsible for thyroid hormone synthesis. Primary serological marker for autoimmune thyroid disease.
Biomarker Reference · TPO Ab
Thyroid Peroxidase Antibodies (TPO Ab) is a clinical biomarker used in thyroid-endocrine assessment. Autoantibodies targeting thyroid peroxidase, the enzyme responsible for thyroid hormone synthesis. It is measured in 1 laboratory test on BiomarkersLabs.com.
Autoantibodies targeting thyroid peroxidase, the enzyme responsible for thyroid hormone synthesis. Primary serological marker for autoimmune thyroid disease.
Positive in >90% of Hashimoto's thyroiditis and ~75% of Graves disease. Confirms autoimmune aetiology of thyroid dysfunction.
Reference ranges vary by laboratory and assay platform. Interpret in context of the issuing laboratory's stated range.
1 test on BiomarkersLabs.com include this biomarker.
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