The phrase "autoimmune process" refers to a situation where the body's immune system mistakenly attacks its own healthy cells and tissues instead of protecting them. Full definition
A growing number of apparent neurological and psychiatric disorders appear to be driven by autoimmune processes. (protomag.com)
High thyroid antibodies alone, inflammation and active autoimmune process are all factors that affect leptin pathways and increase leptin resistance even if your thyroid lab results are normal. (outsmartdisease.com)
If the higher level of antibodies are measured the more likely autoimmune process to be initiated. (outsmartdisease.com)