Mild hypothyroidism represents early thyroid failure, which is usually progressive, especially when TSH is higher than 10 μIU/mL, in females and with positive thyroid peroxidase antibodies.24,25 Hypothyroidism is associated with greater cardiovascular risk factors, including hyperlipidemia,1,11,26,27 making it an important topic in people's health. Here, TPO is linked to hyperlipidemia.