Evaluation of Growth Hormone, Insulin, and Antibodies in Children with Thyroid Disorders, in Al-Rifai Region /Iraq

Abstract

The study aims to determine the relationship between thyroid disorders and the concentration of growth hormone, insulin, antibodies (TPO, Tg, TRAb) and CBC in children. The study sample was divided into three groups: control group, hypothyroidism group and hyperthyroidism group. The parameters were measured according to the special Kits.  The results showed a significant increase in the concentrations of insulin, GH, Anti-TPO, Anti-TRAb, Anti-Tg and MPV in the second and third groups compared with control group. Also, there is a significant increase in number of WBC, LYM, MCHC, MPV, and PDWa in the second group compared with third and control groups and there is a significant decrease in MID in the second and third groups compared with first group, while a significant decrease in GRA, MCV, HGB, HCT, PLT in the second group compared with third and control groups. There is a significant increase in PCT level in the third group compared with second group. This study showed an apparent relationship between thyroid disorders and the studies parameters.