Hashimoto‘s thyroiditis
an autoimmune disease of the thyroid. In the advanced phase, it is often associated with a reduced synthesis of the hormones produced by this gland (hypothyroidism).
hepatic transaminase
enzymes that are present in liver cells. An increase in the levels of transaminase may indicate the presence of liver damage.
HLA system
a complex of genes located on chromosome 6. It is critical to the synthesis of proteins that carry out a fundamental role in the immune response.
hypoplasia
the arrested development of a tissue or an organ.
