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I have vitiligo: which blood tests ...?-2
Type:Uv phototherapy Time:2017-06-01 11:11:00After the diagnosis of vitiligo, a full body skin examination is necessary in order to evaluate the specific form of the disease. Thyrotropin (thyroid- stimulating hormone) levels, antinuclear antibody titer, and a complete blood count should be considered for all generalized forms of vitiligo, especially when prompted by signs or symptoms. Antithyroidperoxidase antibodies and/or antithyroglobulin antibody tests may also be worthwhile. They are mandatory, if any signs of thyroid disease are present.
The evaluation of possible associated disorders is mandatory in all generalized forms of vitiligo. In these cases all autoimmune diseases should be screened, as well as atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, pernicious anemia and diabetes. Ophthalmologic and auditory investigations can be useful, because melanocytes are present both in the eye and in the inner ear.
Author: Prof. Torello Lotti, MD
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