Anti TG, TAT

General information:

Diseases of the thyroid gland should be tracked over time by hormones and specific markers. Some of the diseases of the gland are with autoimmune genesis, which means that antibodies are formed against their own tissues (in the case of thyroid agents).

Thioglobulin antibodies (Tg Ab, TAT) are directed against thyroglobulin. It is a protein that is synthesized by thyroid cells (thyrocytes). This protein has a key role in the synthesis of thyroid hormones. When antibodies are directed against thyroglobulin, its function is disturbed. TATs have an important diagnostic value in thyroid autoimmune diseases but can not displace the burden of TPO antibodies. TAT are less sensitive, but their research is still needed. The levels of both TPO and TAT should be established jointly for the appropriate diagnosis. Hashimoto's thyroiditis is positivised in 60% of cases, in Basemal disease - 30% and in subtype thyroiditis - 10-20%.

SAMPLE REQUIRED:

Venous blood in the morning in fasting

Key words:

Thioglobulin antibodies (Tg Ab, TAT, Anti TG)