US: Advancements in Autoantibody Testing for Thyroid Conditions

Activity Title

Advancements in Autoantibody Testing for Thyroid Conditions

Statement of Need/Program Overview

This educational activity will examine autoimmune related causality of thyroid dysfunction, and how testing for autoantibodies to the thyroid stimulating hormone receptor (TSHR) contribute to making an accurate diagnosis. Standard laboratory methods to determine functional activity of anti-TSHR will be discussed, along with anticipated bioassay advancements.

Target Audience

This activity is intended for medical professionals who have a clinical interest in thyroid disorders as seen in the following medical specialties: endocrinology, primary care (IM, FP, GP), obstetrics/gynecology, cardiology, pediatrics, laboratory medicine, nuclear medicine, ophthalmology, neurology, psychiatry, and sleep medicine.

Educational Objectives

After completing the activity, the participant should be better able to:

Explain the connection between thyroid autoantibodies and the thyroid stimulating hormone receptor.
Differentiate between critical thyroid laboratory tests such as binding assays, and bioassays that detect anti-TSHR antibodies.
Analyze current anti-TSHR testing versus developing anti-TSHR bioassays.

Faculty

Paul D. Olivo, MD, PhD
Immunologist and Molecular Biologist
Adjunct Assistant Professor
Department of Molecular Microbiology and Microbial Pathogenesis
Washington University Medical School
St. Louis, Missouri

Program Agenda

Educational Presentation (62 minutes)
Post Test and Evaluation (5 minutes)
Total Activity: (67 minutes)

CME Provider Accreditation Statement

This activity is provided by Global Education Group.

Physician Accreditation Statement

Global Education Group is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Physician Credit Designation

Global Education Group designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) Accreditation

The AAFP has reviewed Advancements in Autoantibody Testing for Thyroid Conditions and deemed it acceptable for up to 1.00 Enduring Materials, Self-Study AAFP Prescribed credit(s). Term of Approval is from 05/15/2025 to 05/15/2026. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Nursing Continuing Education

Global Education Group is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.

This educational activity for 1.0 contact hours including 0.0 pharmacotherapeutic contact hours is provided by Global Education Group. Nurses should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Nurse Practitioner Continuing Education

Global Education Group is accredited by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners^® as an approved provider of nurse practitioner continuing education. Provider number: 110121. This activity is approved for 1.0 contact hour(s) (which includes 0.0 hour(s) of pharmacology).

Term Offering

This activity was released on May 15, 2025 and is valid for one year. Requests for credit must be made no later than May 15, 2026

Global Contact Information

For information about the accreditation of this program, please contact Global at 303-395-1782 or cme@globaleducationgroup.com.

Instructions to Receive Credit

In order to receive credit, participants must complete the course, score at least a 70% on the post test, complete the course evaluation form, and submit a credit application. Successful applicants will be able to download their certificate upon completion of these requirements. A copy of the certificate will also be sent to the email address provided in the credit application.

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Fee Information

There is no fee for this educational activity.

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Faculty Disclosures

The faculty have the following relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies:

Paul D. Olivo, MD, PhD
- Consultant Fee (e.g., Advisory Board): QuidelOrtho Corp
- Royalty: QuidelOrtho Corp

The planners and managers at Global Education Group have no relevant financial relationships to disclose.

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Commercial Support Statement

This activity is supported by an educational grant from QuidelOrtho.