Other names: Anti-Thyroglobulin Antibodies, Thyroglobulin Antibody, ATG
Optimal Result:
0 - 1 IU/L,
or
0 - 10 IU/ml.
What is the Thyroglobulin Antibody test?
→ A thyroglobulin antibody test looks for certain antibodies that attack the thyroid. The presence of thyroglobulin antibodies may indicate an autoimmune condition.
→ A thyroglobulin antibody test is used to determine if you have an underlying thyroid issue.
→ Your healthcare provider may decide to order a thyroglobulin antibody test (which can also be called an antithyroglobulin antibody test or thyroid antibody test) to evaluate the level of antibodies present in your bloodstream.
Thyroid antibodies are destructive to the thyroglobulin protein, so your healthcare provider may order a thyroglobulin antibody test to gain a clearer understanding of what could be causing you to feel unwell.
You may need a thyroid antibody test if you have symptoms of Hashimoto's disease or Graves' disease. But first, your provider will usually order blood tests to check your thyroid hormone levels to see if you have hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism. Thyroid hormone tests include T3, T4, and TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone).
Other names:
thyroid autoantibodies, thyroid peroxidase antibody, TPO, anti-TPO, antithyroid microsomal antibody, thyroid- stimulating immunoglobulin, TSI, TSH receptor antibody, Long-acting thyroid stimulator, LATS, TSH receptor-binding inhibitory immunoglobulin, Human thyroid stimulator
Symptoms that could indicate a possible underactive thyroid condition include:
→ Fatigue
→ Dry skin, hair, and nails
→ Weight gain
→ Digestive problems (especially constipation)
→ Constantly feeling cold
→ Menstrual irregularities
→ Depression
→ Decreased sweating
→ Forgetfulness or brain fog
→ Joint or muscle pain
Symptoms that may indicate an overactive thyroid include:
→ Fatigue (can be present when the thyroid is under or overactive)
→ Feeling weak
→ Unexplained weight loss
→ Feelings of anxiousness, anxiety, or irritability
→ Increased sweating
→ Heat intolerance
→ Rapid heart rate or changes in heart rhythm
→ Feeling shaky
The thyroglobulin antibody test may be ordered in conjunction with other thyroid blood tests, including:
→ Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH)
→ T4 hormone (also known as thyroxine)
→ T3 hormone (also known as triiodothyronine)
What is Thyroglobulin?
Thyroglobulin is a protein made by the thyroid gland. The thyroid uses it to make the hormones triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4). These both help control metabolism and growth.
What are Thyroglobulin Antibodies?
Thyroglobulin antibodies are antibodies made against thyroglobulin. Antibodies (also called immunoglobulins) are proteins the immune system makes to recognize and get rid of germs. Usually, the immune system doesn't make a lot of antibodies against thyroglobulin because it's not a germ.
In autoimmune disorders, the immune system attacks the body's healthy tissues as though they were foreign invaders, like germs. So the level of thyroglobulin antibodies in blood may rise in people with a thyroid-related autoimmune condition.
What is the Thyroid gland?
The thyroid gland is a butterfly-shaped organ at the base of the front of your neck. It creates essential hormones for the body to function correctly. Thyroid hormones play a role in your body’s metabolism, growth, and development. They produce energy, regulate body temperature, control weight, and more. To synthesize hormones, your thyroid produces several proteins such as thyroglobulin, the most abundant protein in the gland. Your body can utilize thyroglobulin to generate T4 and the active T3 form of thyroid hormones.
If you are having problems with your thyroid gland:
If you have a problem with your thyroid gland, such as in the case of an autoimmune disease, your thyroglobulin levels may fall outside the normal range. In autoimmune diseases, your body begins to attack its healthy tissues, causing inflammation and damage. When an autoimmune process occurs in the thyroid, thyroglobulin is often a likely target. The presence of anti-thyroglobulin antibodies is an indication that you have an autoimmune condition affecting the thyroid.
What does an abnormal level of Thyroglobulin Antibodies indicate?
An abnormal test result may indicate that you have a higher risk for an autoimmune thyroid condition, such as:
→ Overactive thyroid or Grave’s disease
→ Hashimoto thyroiditis
→ Underactive thyroid or hypothyroidism
→ Systemic lupus erythematosus
→ Type 1 diabetes
Monitoring Thyroglobulin antibodies in thyroid cancer patients:
Thyroglobulin antibodies are also useful in monitoring thyroid cancer patients after the removal of the thyroid gland. The presence of antibodies after a thyroidectomy may mean there's new thyroid tissue growing, and possibly a thyroid cancer recurrence. Antibodies to thyroglobulin may decrease with time after total thyroidectomy. They may also make it more challenging to monitor thyroglobulin levels as an indicator of thyroid cancer recurrence.
What do Thyroglobulin antibody results mean?
The reference range for the tests can differ from one lab to another.
However, if no antibodies are found in your blood, this is considered a negative and normal test result.
But if your test is positive, meaning antibodies were present in your blood, this could indicate there’s a problem with your thyroid glands such as:
→ Hypothyroidism,
→ Grave’s disease,
→ Hashimoto’s thyroiditis,
or another condition.
If antibodies attack your thyroid, they can cause serious thyroid autoimmune diseases:
Hashimoto's disease, also known as Hashimoto's thyroiditis, is the most common cause of hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid).
Hypothyroidism happens when your thyroid doesn't make enough thyroid hormones to meet your body's needs. Thyroid hormones affect the way your body uses energy. So, without enough thyroid hormones, many of your body's functions slow down.
Graves' disease is the most common cause of hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). With hyperthyroidism, your thyroid makes more thyroid hormones than your body needs. This causes many of your body's functions to speed up.
Diagnosis:
If your health care provider has diagnosed you with hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism, thyroid antibody tests can help find out if a thyroid autoimmune disease is causing the problem. There are different tests that check for different types of thyroid antibodies. Your provider will choose tests for you based on your symptoms, the results of other tests, and information about your medical history and family health history.
Symptoms of Hashimoto's disease include:
→ Weight gain
→ Fatigue
→ Hair loss
→ Low tolerance for cold temperatures
→ Irregular menstrual periods
→ Constipation
→ Depression
→ Joint pain
Symptoms of Graves' disease include:
→ Weight loss
→ Bulging of the eyes
→ Tremors in the hand
→ Low tolerance for heat
→ Trouble sleeping
→ Anxiety
→ Increased heart rate
→ Swollen thyroid, known as goiter
Thyroglobulin Antibodies versus Thyroid Peroxidase Antibodies:
A 2018 study notes that Thyroglobulin Antibody tests are less effective than tests checking thyroid peroxidase antibodies in predicting thyroid dysfunction. However, they noted that doctors might use the test to check for thyroid cancers.
Common thyroid issues:
Below are some common thyroid issues. Treating the conditions can help improve a person’s quality of life and help prevent additional health issues.
Hypothyroidism:
An underactive thyroid means the gland does not produce enough thyroid hormones to meet the body’s needs. Doctors often prescribe levothyroxine to replace the hormones that the thyroid typically produces.
Hyperthyroidism:
An overactive thyroid produces too many thyroid hormones. This can speed up several different functions in the body. Treatment may include medications or surgical procedures. Treatment for hyperthyroidism varies based on a person’s age, other health conditions, surgeon access, and possible medication allergies.
Chronic thyroiditis:
Chronic thyroiditis is also known as Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. It is an autoimmune disorder that causes inflammation of the thyroid. Treatments can vary, but most people with the condition will need levothyroxine medication for the rest of their lives.
Subacute thyroiditis:
Subacute thyroiditis is an inflammatory condition that affects the thyroid, causing pain and swelling. In some cases, a person may not need treatment. Others may need over-the-counter or prescription-strength pain medications to help with inflammation.
The presence of thyroglobulin antibodies (TgAb) may not always indicate a pathological condition or provide a definitive diagnosis, particularly at very low levels. Research has shown that around 4% of individuals without thyroid disease or autoimmune disorders may still have positive TgAb levels up to 4 IU/mL.
An abnormal thyroglobulin antibody (TgAb) test result can suggest an increased risk of developing an autoimmune thyroid condition. Some common conditions associated with elevated TgAb include:
Hyperthyroidism occurs when the thyroid gland produces excess thyroid hormone, leading to an accelerated metabolism. This condition can manifest with symptoms like weight loss, hand tremors, and a rapid or irregular heartbeat. Common treatments include:
Anti-thyroid medications
Radioactive iodine therapy
Thyroidectomy (partial or total removal of the thyroid)
Hyperthyroidism may be caused by conditions such as Graves' disease, overactive thyroid nodules, or thyroiditis.
In contrast, hypothyroidism occurs when the thyroid doesn't produce enough hormones, leading to symptoms such as fatigue, weight gain, and depression. Conditions like Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disorder, are frequent causes of hypothyroidism.
Unexplained weight loss
Fast or irregular heartbeat
Nervousness or irritability
Tremors (especially in the hands)
Increased hunger
Heat sensitivity
Frequent bowel movements
Goiter (swelling at the base of the neck)
Hashimoto's thyroiditis is the most common form of autoimmune thyroiditis, where the immune system mistakenly attacks the thyroid. Over time, this leads to hypothyroidism due to reduced hormone production. Symptoms include:
Fatigue and sluggishness
Sensitivity to cold
Dry skin and brittle nails
Weight gain and constipation
Women, especially those between the ages of 40 and 60, are at a higher risk of Hashimoto’s disease.
Thyroid issues, including hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism, are more likely to occur in individuals with:
Family history of thyroid disease
Autoimmune diseases (e.g., rheumatoid arthritis, type 1 diabetes)
Recent thyroid surgery or radiation
Pregnancy or postpartum status
Thyroglobulin antibodies are also important for monitoring individuals who have undergone thyroidectomy (surgical removal of the thyroid), especially thyroid cancer patients. Elevated TgAb levels after surgery may indicate the growth of new thyroid tissue, suggesting the possibility of thyroid cancer recurrence. Over time, TgAb levels may decrease following total thyroidectomy, but high levels can complicate monitoring thyroglobulin levels, which are used as markers for cancer recurrence.
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