Test Indicates Graves?

[Whazel]

Here is the Mayo Clinic Ref. Range that came with my test:

My result is: 6.72

Reference Range:
0.00-1.75
At a decision limit of 1.75 IU/L, this assay has 97%
sensitivity and 99% specificity for detection of Graves'
disease. In healthy individuals and in patients with
thyroid disease without diagnosis of Graves' disease, the
upper limit of anti-TSHR values are 1.22 IU/L and 1.58
IU/L, respectively (97.5th percentiles).


I am assuming that is what it means but then again I feel like I've lost my mind - I had Hyperthyroid in 2008 - took PTU and went into remission in 2009.  It's back and nastier than ever.  I had a million (okay 14) blood tests done the other day and this is one test that was 100% clear to me.  I see my Dr. on Tuesday....In the meantime, Does this test clearly tell me I have Graves disease?

Thanks for your help!

[goolarra]

Finding a doctor you like, who is competent and who you can work with is 90% of the battle.  So, you're in good shape.  Be sure to get copies of all your blood work from your doctor and keep your own history.  It's a really good idea to jot down symptoms and meds just prior to the lab work for future reference.  

Usually, the first line of treatment is anti-thyroid meds, like methiazole or PTU.  Be sure to do your research before doing anything more permanent.  

[Whazel]

Thank you for responding!

So far it seems I have a pretty thorough Dr.  I have already had my Thyroid Scan and Uptake ( which my previous Dr. didn't feel was necessary) and all of the blood tests.  Now it's just hurry up and wait to find out what he thinks.

Thank you again!

[Whazel]

Wow - sorry.
Just to clarify the test is called Thyrotropin Recp.
Assuming it's a thyrotropin receptor antibodies test?