Davis's Lab & Diagnostic Tests
Thyroid-Binding Inhibitory Immunoglobulins
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Synonym/Acronym:
Thyrotropin receptor antibodies, thyrotropin-binding inhibitory immunoglobulin, TBII, TRAb (TSH receptor antibodies).
Rationale
To assist in diagnosing Graves disease related to thyroid function.
Patient Preparation
There are no food, fluid, activity, or medication restrictions unless by medical direction.
Normal Findings
Method: Radioreceptor assay. Less than 17% of basal activity.
Critical Findings and Potential Interventions
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Synonym/Acronym:
Thyrotropin receptor antibodies, thyrotropin-binding inhibitory immunoglobulin, TBII, TRAb (TSH receptor antibodies).
Rationale
To assist in diagnosing Graves disease related to thyroid function.
Patient Preparation
There are no food, fluid, activity, or medication restrictions unless by medical direction.
Normal Findings
Method: Radioreceptor assay. Less than 17% of basal activity.
Critical Findings and Potential Interventions
N/A
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