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My TgAb is 479 IU/mL and thyroid peroxidase is 9 IU/mL. Can I have Hashimoto's thyroiditis?

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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I did some blood tests before I start taking fertility treatment. I did not test FSH. I have a thyroglobulin antibody of 479 IU/mL and thyroid peroxidase less than 9.0 IU/mL.

Does this mean that I have Hashimoto's thyroiditis?

Please help.

Thank you.
Answered by Dr. Sugreev Singh

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Dr. Sugreev Singh is an experienced General Surgeon with expertise in Internal Medicine and General Medicine. He is skilled in performing a wide range of surgical procedures and managing complex medical conditions with a holistic approach. Known for his clinical precision and compassionate care, Dr. Singh is dedicated to delivering effective, patient-centered treatment to promote long-term health and recovery.

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Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

Thank you for writing, and I understand your concern.

I have gone through your reports, and we can see that your thyroglobulin antibodies are high, which indicates autoimmune diseases such as Grave's disease or Hashimoto's but there are other diseases that can also cause elevated TgAb (thyroglobulin antibodies), such as diabetes and anemia.

We have to rule them out, and then only can it be confirmed. Sometimes even thyroiditis can cause elevated TgAb. So do not be worried, as it is not confirmatory. I suggest you do a few more blood tests, which will help to rule out the disease.

You can do CBC (complete blood count) test, TFT (thyroid function test), and an HBA1c (hemoglobulin a1c). Then kindly send me the reports to check. Please mention whether you have any swelling in the neck region or any difficulties in swallowing or any history of thyroid disease or any family history of thyroid disease. Please mention your current symptoms and any medicines you are taking.

Kindly answer these questions to help you accordingly.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed by Dr. K. Shobana
Published At August 3, 2021
Reviewed At June 8, 2026

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Dr. Sugreev Singh is an experienced General Surgeon with expertise in Internal Medicine and General Medicine. He is skilled in performing a wide range of surgical procedures and managing complex medical conditions with a holistic approach. Known for his clinical precision and compassionate care, Dr. Singh is dedicated to delivering effective, patient-centered treatment to promote long-term health and recovery.

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Dr. Sugreev Singh is an experienced General Surgeon with expertise in Internal Medicine and General Medicine. He is skilled in performing a wide range of surgical procedures and managing complex medical conditions with a holistic approach. Known for his clinical precision and compassionate care, Dr. Singh is dedicated to delivering effective, patient-centered treatment to promote long-term health and recovery.

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