Thyroid Storm
Thyroid Storm ( 50 Questions)
The nurse is assessing a client with suspected thyroid storm. Which diagnostic test is used to evaluate the presence of thyroid autoantibodies and diagnose autoimmune thyroid conditions?
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The thyroid peroxidase antibody (TPOAb) test is used to detect the presence of antibodies against thyroid peroxidase, an enzyme involved in thyroid hormone production. Elevated TPOAb levels indicate autoimmune thyroid conditions, which can contribute to thyroid storm.
The thyroid peroxidase antibody (TPOAb) test is used to detect the presence of antibodies against thyroid peroxidase, an enzyme involved in thyroid hormone production. Elevated TPOAb levels indicate autoimmune thyroid conditions, which can contribute to thyroid storm.