Thyroid Markers ELISA Kits

Thyroid markers are essential for assessing thyroid function and diagnosing related disorders. Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA) kits are widely used to quantitatively measure these markers in biological samples.

Common Thyroid Markers and Their ELISA Kits:

• Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH):
  • Function: Regulates the production of thyroid hormones T3 and T4.
  • Clinical Significance: Elevated TSH levels may indicate hypothyroidism, while decreased levels can suggest hyperthyroidism.
    
• Thyroxine (T4):
  • Function: The primary hormone produced by the thyroid gland, influencing metabolism.
  • Clinical Significance: Abnormal T4 levels can indicate thyroid dysfunctions such as hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism.
• Triiodothyronine (T3):
  • Function: An active thyroid hormone that regulates various physiological processes.
  • Clinical Significance: Altered T3 levels can be associated with thyroid disorders, including hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism.
• Thyroglobulin (Tg):
  • Function: A protein produced by thyroid cells, serving as a precursor to thyroid hormones.
  • Clinical Significance: Elevated Tg levels can be used to monitor thyroid cancer recurrence and assess thyroid function after thyroidectomy.
• Thyroid Peroxidase Antibodies (TPOAb):
  • Function: Autoantibodies targeting thyroid peroxidase, an enzyme involved in thyroid hormone synthesis.
  • Clinical Significance: Elevated TPO antibodies are associated with autoimmune thyroid disorders like Hashimoto's thyroiditis and Graves' disease.

Applications of Thyroid Marker ELISA Kits:

• Diagnosis of Thyroid Diseases: Measuring thyroid hormones and antibodies to diagnose conditions such as hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, Hashimoto's thyroiditis, and Graves' disease.
• Monitoring Treatment: Tracking thyroid hormone levels and antibody levels during treatment to assess efficacy and adjust therapy as needed.
• Thyroid Cancer Surveillance: Monitoring markers like thyroglobulin to detect cancer recurrence or progression.

Selecting the appropriate ELISA kit tailored to the specific thyroid marker and clinical requirement is crucial for obtaining accurate and reliable results in thyroid function assessment.