De Quervain's thyroiditis laboratory findings

De Quervain's thyroiditis Microchapters
Home
Patient Information
Overview
Historical Perspective
Classification
Pathophysiology
Causes
Differentiating De Quervain's thyroiditis from other Diseases
Epidemiology and Demographics
Risk Factors
Screening
Natural History, Complications, and Prognosis
Diagnosis
Diagnostic Criteria
History and Symptoms
Physical Examination
Laboratory Findings
Electrocardiogram
Chest X Ray
CT
MRI
Echocardiography or Ultrasound
Other Imaging Findings
Other Diagnostic Studies
Treatment
Medical Therapy
Surgery
Primary prevention
Secondary prevention
Cost-Effectiveness of Therapy
Future or Investigational Therapies

Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Furqan M M. M.B.B.S[2]

Overview

Laboratory findings consistent with the diagnosis of de Quervain's thyroiditis usually include increased ESR, free T3 and free T4 and decreased thyroid stimulating hormone. Anti-thyroid peroxidase antibody is usually low or absent.

Laboratory Findings

Laboratory findings consistent with the diagnosis of de Quervain's thyroiditis usually include increased ESR, free T3 and free T4 and decreased thyroid stimulating hormone. Anti-thyroid peroxidase antibody is usually low or absent.

Thyroid hormones

• Increased Free T3 and Free T4
• Decreased Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH)

Thyroid antibodies

• Anti-thyroid peroxidase antibodies (anti-TPO) low or absent