Long-Acting Thyroid Stimulator - ț̢
An immunoglobulin G, often found in the blood of hyperthyroid individuals. It stimulates the thyroid for a longer duration than does thyrotoxin and may cause hyperthyroidism in newborns due to placental transmission.
Synonyms : Long Acting Thyroid Stimulator, Stimulator, Long-Acting Thyroid, Thyroid Stimulator, Long Acting