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What Is a Thyroid Peroxidase Antibody Test?
Thyroid peroxidase (TPO) antibodies are tested to help diagnose Hashimoto's disease. This is an autoimmune disease that attacks the thyroid gland and affects its function, leading to hypothyroidism.
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Managing Hyperthyroidism in Older Adults
Thyroid disease is often missed in older adults because its symptoms overlap with those of “normal aging.” In this ...
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Gina Rodriguez Explains How Hashimoto's Disease Has Become "the Curse of a Lifetime"
Diagnosis often involves blood tests to check levels of thyroid peroxidase (TPO) antibodies. Women are at a higher risk of ...