23rd May 2025

A 33-year-old woman presents to your surgery with increased palpitations, weight loss despite eating more than usual and “being on edge” for the last 3 months.

A 33-year-old woman presents to your surgery with increased palpitations, weight loss despite eating more than usual and “being on edge” for the last 3 months. On examination her pulse is rapid and irregular and you can visualise the upper corneal rim bilaterally.  Random blood glucose is 7.8 mmol. Which antibody would you request to confirm the underlying diagnosis?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.