Method Name
Reference Laboratory
Aliases
Thyroid Peroxidase Antibody; TPO Antibody; Anti-Microsomal Antibody, Thyroid Peroxidase Antibody
Specimen Required
one SST/gel tube
Specimen Minimum Volume
1.0 mL of blood
Specimen Stability Information
Stable for 2 days at room temperature.
Special Instructions
The thyroid microsomal antigen has been shown to be the same as Thyroid Peroxidase (TPO). This assay detects anti-TPO autoantibodies.
Performing Laboratory
As ordered. Turn around time is 1-4 days.
Reference Values
0.0 – 2.0 IU/mL