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I tested positive for 21 hydroxylase antibodies. Could it be Addison's disease?
Query: Hello doctor, I am positive for 21 hydroxylase antibodies and was wondering if this is enough evidence to prove Addison's illness. I am currently taking Viibryd 20 mg and had a vein puncture test recently. Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Positive 21-hydroxylase antibody titers are both sensitive (about 90 %) and specific (>99 %) for autoimmune adrenalitis. Positive antibodies to 21-hydroxylase confirm an autoimmune adrenal insufficiency etiology. Additionally, blood calcium, phosphorus, fasting gluc... Read Full »