STEP 456: Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis (CE: 1.0)

Hashimoto’s disease is an immune mediated disorder wherein the immune system attacks the thyroid gland. Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis is the most common cause of hypothyroidism (HT) in women. This article discusses Hashimoto's disease in detail and covers treatment of hypothyroidism.

Learning Objectives:

  • Define Hashimoto's disease
  • Discuss the clinical presentation of Hashimoto's disease
  • Discuss treatment options for Hashimoto's disease

Author(s):

  • Carlo Ledesma, MS, MT(AMT),SH(ASCP)QLS, MT(ASCP)
  • Shane Lawson, BS MLT(ASCP)

Relevant Certifications:

  • Medical Assistant (RMA)
  • Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)
  • Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)
  • Medical Laboratory Assistant (CMLA)

Launch Date: 2018

Enrollment Expiration: 180 days after purchase

Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 1.00 Continuing Education (CE)

    AMT offers standard CE credits only for completion of certain coursework by successfully passing course quiz/assessment.

Course opens: 
11/30/2025
Course expires: 
12/31/2099
Cost:
$15.00
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Available Credit

  • 1.00 Continuing Education (CE)

    AMT offers standard CE credits only for completion of certain coursework by successfully passing course quiz/assessment.

Price

Cost:
$15.00
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Additional Details:

  • Quiz Attempts: 5
  • Passing Score: 80%
  • Enrollment Expiration: 180 days after purchase

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