Anti-TSH receptor antibodies

The TSH receptor antibody test is performed to diagnosis of Graves-Basedow disease. This disease contributes to the the development of hyperthyroidism.

TSH receptor antibodies (anti-TSHR)

The TSH receptors are located in the membrane of follicular cells of the of the thyroid gland. They may also be seen in other tissues such as fibroblasts or transformed into fat cells. They respond to thyrotropin (TSH) and stimulate the thyroid gland to produce thyroxine (T4) (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3). In disease states, the body antibodies appear against the receptor for TSH (anti-TSHR), which bind to these receptors and cause its excessive activation leading to increased secretion of hormones thyroid gland (hyperthyroidism). Due to the excess of hormones thyroid hormones, the pituitary gland reduces or completely stops TSH secretion. Anti-TSHR antibody testing is used to diagnose Graves-Basedow disease, which causes hyperthyroidism.

Preparation for the anti-TSHR test

The material for determining anti-TSHR antibodies is blood. Takes place This is done according to the procedure: skin disinfection, application of the band pressure at the donor site.

The test does not require any special preparation. The patient does not have to be fasted. It is recommended to perform the test immediately after diagnosis Hyperthyroidism. This is because the longer (i.e. 3–6 months), taking medication reduces the level of Antibodies.

In healthy people, anti-TSHR antibodies are not present. Their elevated levels indicate Graves' disease. If you the patient has already been diagnosed with this disease, it is an elevated level of antibodies of this type may mean its recurrence.

There are no contraindications to the test.

The results of the tests should be consulted with a doctor.

Anti-TSHR Study

• The blood collection itself takes a few to several seconds.
• Procedures related to the collection - skin disinfection, application tourniquet and pressure at the donor site after completion The procedure takes a few minutes.
• There are no contraindications to the test.

Anti-TSHR Survey Results

• Test result available within 16 working days.
• Possibility to collect the result at the reception of any Center Medicover Medical Centre.
• Ability to access the result via the Internet (download required password at the reception desk of the Medicover Medical Centre).