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Antithyroglobulin antibody test

Another interesting paper. I have long believed that metabolomics might hold a key, or even a bunch of keys, to the impact of thyroid disorders. We know very well that some things are associated with high or low thyroid hormone levels but have little beyond that association. Metabolomics might

Iodine - again! My reading of this suggests that, in the general population, we want to see [i]relatively[/i] high selenium levels. And, in particular, we want that state [u][i]before[/i][/u] any increase in iodine levels - whether from diet, iodised salt or other sources. We might find that this state

Looking through my old GP test results I came across a few anti body tests which I had done about the same time they were investigating hemochromatosis. The test was negative. Does this mean it will always be negative. As in is the anti body something you’re born with or can it develop? Could I be positive

Hi all, Got my bloods done again. For this round I was taking 100mcg of levo monday - friday and then 75mcg on the weekend. Other things I'm taking are: - Omega 3 supplement - 50 mcg B12 - 3000iu vitamin D The dr has now put me on 100mcg for all days of the week: [u]Thyroid[/u] Free Thyroxine

Just wondering whether any members have had this test? I'm not really thinking about those who have had a B12 deficiency (or suspected Pernicious Anaemia) followed up by this test. Rather has anyone had done spontaneously as the link below [i]appears[/i] to imply. As I read it, the words say GPC should

Hi All, it's been awhile as I have been doing many tests due to a bad blood test. However, now it seems my test may have been a fluke. Iron results were in a high/alert level and couldn't get in to see a hematologist. Retested and all seems back to normal. However, been having major gut issues so

I’m still awaiting biopsy results from an endoscopy in December. The report found atrophic gastritis. Subsequent B12 tests came back at 225ng/L and folate at 1.5. The limits in my area for B12 are 200 to 900. My GP prescribed me 5mg folate. This was 2 week ago. I’ve also started eating better consuming

Hello lovely forum - I’ve been reading your posts for two weeks while I get used to sipping my morning hot water! I finally got a diagnosis of Hashimoto’s in January. Can I ask for help in untangling the results below? The endocrinologist was lovely, but didn’t give me any explanations. Now I have

I have been told by a private Dr that I have Pernicious Anaemia causing an autoimmune reaction in my stomach so have been giving regular b12 injections and feeling much improved. Blood tests were negative for parietal cell antibodies but positive for thyroid peroxidase antibodies (advised of being

Years ago I had a full thyroid panel which included tsh , free t4 , free t3 and Thyroid Peroxidase Ab IU/mL . My result was : 0.84 IU/mL The Range: 0 - 5 IU/mL But my GP didn’t check thyroglobulin antibody levels surely if I had any autoimmune thyroid problems wouldn’t the Thyroid peroxidase pick

Hi all, I’ve been having pretty constant parasthesias on both sides of my body usually worse from shoulders down to fingers, initial B12 level was 190 (was 845 four years ago). New doctor had me test for IF antibodies immediately after giving me a B12 injection which was negative and she stated

We see all too many individuals who have difficulty tolerating one or more formulations of levothyroxine but, eventually, find at least one which they can tolerate. Rarely written up in medical literature - this is a very welcome exception. Recommend you view the actual document. [i]Liver injury

I have now received my results from Medichecks for Pernicious Anemia as below. I have underlined the results which are said to be out of range. Red Blood Cells [u]Haemoglobin X 175 g/L (Range: 130 - 170) [/u] [u]Haematocrit X 0.506 L/L (Range: 0.38 - 0.5) [/u] Red Cell Count 5.32 x10^12/L

I recently had a private diagnosis of Autoimmune Thyroiditis. This was given in the context of seeking a diagnosis of my B12 deficiency which was said to be linked with the above, Pernicious Anaemia, antibodies attacking thyroid and gastric parietal cells. I have been on levothyroxin for 15yrs. He based

I recently had a private diagnosis of Autoimmune Thyroiditis. This was given in the context of seeking a diagnosis of my B12 deficiency which was said to be linked with the above, Pernicious Anaemia, antibodies attacking thyroid and gastric parietal cells. I have been on levothyroxin for 15yrs. He based

Hello I started experiencing fatigue about 5 months ago, followed by an increase in appetite. Then, about 3 weeks ago, I began experiencing palpitations, weight loss, shortness of breath, and itchy eyes. The doctor prescribed 40mg of Carbimazole, but I feel this may be too much. Can 15mg, along

I’ve been struggling with PA for 2 and 1/2 years. No one would listen. Finally from Israel I was advised to get the Intrinsic Factor Antibody Blood Test and the Parietal Cell Antibody Blood Test. Pernicious Anemia. I have to take a shot of Methylcobalamin daily. The Israelis recommend taking a shot

Hi This is my first time posting on this site, my life as been taking up by my other conditions [ hyperthyroidism/ primary hyperparathyroidism ..my thyroid condition was diagnosed as graves thyrotoxic] lost my full thyroid in 2019, I was then put on levothyroxine T4 which after a number of days effected

Hi, has anyone taken Eltroxin for under active thyroid. I was prescribed levothyroxine back in 2017, but didn’t help, private doctor said I was one of the 3% of patients that it didn’t help. So purchased T3 and Metavive 1 privately. Haven’t been able to source the t3 so went back to NHS, they wouldn

Dear Forum Members, Please advise if anyone knows of any doctors or hospitals that prescribe and work with T3 in Hong Kong. I am looking for prescription only doctors or hospitals.. I am not looking to buy T3 without a prescription. many thanks