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What Is a Thyroid Peroxidase Antibody Test?
The thyroid gland uses TPO along with iodine to generate the thyroid hormones triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4). Together, these hormones regulate body temperature, heart rate, and metabolism.
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Perinatal Thyroid Dysfunction: Prenatal Diagnosis and Treatment
Anti-TPO - Antithyroid peroxidase (anti-TPO ... T4 is the thyroid hormone containing 4 atoms of iodine per molecule. Normal serum level in nonpregnant adult is 5-12 mcg/dL. FT4 - Free thyroxine ...