ANA (antinuclear antibodies): ANA testing is a screening tool used to detect the presence of antibodies that target the cell nucleus. It is a broad test that can indicate the possibility of an autoimmune condition, as many autoimmune diseases are associated with the production of ANA. Rheumatoid factor: Rheumatoid factor is an antibody directed against the Fc portion of immunoglobulin G (IgG). It is primarily used in the diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Elevated levels of rheumatoid facto

In this first one, I’m gonna go deep into anti-thyroid peroxidase. It can affect many symptoms that have nothing to do with your thyroid. Surprisingly it has a little effect upon the risk for thyroid disease. In the next video, we’ll talk about treatments that do, and don’t work for it. #hashimotos #hypothyroidism #thyroidmedication #thyroidmanagement | Dr. Alan Christianson