Sylvain to Graveslady antibody tests

My results came in today.

The antimicrosomal antibodies have been identified as abnormal.

Results are 1:6400.

No clue what this means.

Now FT4 is low, TSH high normal or high.

What else do they need for a diagnosis?

Is it hypothyroidism?

[Sylvain]

if someone else can guide me with this, i would be very greateful.

[artsyrose]

what were the TSH numbers and Lab references? ANA indicates an auto immune problem.

[GravesLady]

THY MICROSOMAL AB is an old test used to diagnosis Hashimoto

[Sylvain]

Actually,

the test i used is just another name.  i confirmed with the lab and my endocrinologist.  They are just called different because i am in Canada.

Thanks for your input.

[Sylvain]

This test goes by a confusing number of names, including thyroid peroxidase (TPO) antibody (TPOAb) test, thyroid peroxidase autoantibody test, antimicrosomal antibody test and antithyroid microsomal antibody test.

You may find this information on www.medicinenet.com

[GravesLady]

Yes, as I mentioned and referred to the TPO AB in my above post, I guess you didn't read it.  And the statement still stands.  

Just because there are antibodies present, doesn't necessarily mean you have a thyroid disorder Hypo/Hashi. Levels predominate over antibodies.

Good Luck - Stay Healthy.

GL