Results for tag: "Thyroid Peroxidase Antibody Test"

The Thyroid Peroxidase Antibody Test is a type of in vitro diagnostic test used to detect the presence of antibodies to thyroid peroxidase (TPO) in the blood. TPO is an enzyme found in the thyroid gland and is involved in the production of thyroid hormones. The test is used to diagnose autoimmune thyroid diseases such as Hashimoto's thyroiditis and Graves' disease. It is also used to monitor the effectiveness of treatment for these conditions. The test is typically performed in a laboratory setting and results are usually available within a few days. The Thyroid Peroxidase Antibody Test market is a growing segment of the in vitro diagnostics industry. It is driven by the increasing prevalence of autoimmune thyroid diseases, as well as the need for accurate and timely diagnosis and monitoring of these conditions. Companies in the market include Abbott Laboratories, Siemens Healthineers, Roche Diagnostics, and Quest Diagnostics. Show Less Read more