General
Autoimmune Check
Autoimmune diseases affect around 5% of people and are one of the most important health issues in Australia and New Zealand. There are over 80 different autoimmune diseases ranging from common to very rare.
See what is measuredAbout this test
Autoimmune disorders run in families and are caused when the body's immune system begins to attack healthy tissue - this causes inflammation and damage. Symptoms are known as particular branches of autoimmune disease, such as thyroiditis (Hashimoto’s or Graves’ Disease), lupus, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis and coeliac disease for example. Several symptoms can be associated which means an individual's family members could be diagnosed with different symptoms of autoimmune disease. Characteristics of autoimmune disorders may include chronic, progressive arthritic symptoms, fever, fatigue, muscle weakness, and/or a rash that can not readily be explained.
What we measure
AUTOIMMUNE
Autoimmune disorders run in families and are caused when the body's immune system begins to attack healthy tissue - this causes inflammation and damage.
- TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone)
- TSH is produced by the pituitary gland and regulates thyroid hormone production. High levels may indicate hypothyroidism, while low levels may indicate hyperthyroidism.
- Free T4
- Free T4 is the active form of thyroid hormone. It regulates metabolism, energy production, and body temperature.
- Free T3
- Free T3 is the most active thyroid hormone. It's converted from T4 and directly affects cellular metabolism.
- Reverse T3
- Reverse T3 is an inactive form of T3. Elevated levels may indicate stress, illness, or impaired thyroid hormone conversion.
- Thyroid Peroxidase Antibodies (TPO)
- TPO antibodies are markers for autoimmune thyroid disease, particularly Hashimoto's thyroiditis.
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