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How To Test For Hypothyroidism?
Question: I have many symptoms of hypothyroidism but my blood tests come back normal - tsh 2.32, t4 free - 1.2 and t3 free 3.5. I have no other medical issues. Is there another test my doctor can perform that could show if my thyroid is functioning correctly? How can I convince my doctor to do this test if there is one?
symptoms (memory, irritability, sensitivity to cold, dryness of skin, weight gain, high cholesterol)
symptoms (memory, irritability, sensitivity to cold, dryness of skin, weight gain, high cholesterol)
Brief Answer:
Antibody tests
Detailed Answer:
Good day,
Noted yourconcern.
I do agree with you that, Thyroid blood tests are perfectly normal. T be XXXXXXX with you, there is no need to do anymore blood tests . However, you may do an antibody test ( Anti TPO and Anti Tg) to know your chances of getting hypothyroidism in the future. This is more important if you have a family history of thyroid illness
Regards
Binu
Antibody tests
Detailed Answer:
Good day,
Noted yourconcern.
I do agree with you that, Thyroid blood tests are perfectly normal. T be XXXXXXX with you, there is no need to do anymore blood tests . However, you may do an antibody test ( Anti TPO and Anti Tg) to know your chances of getting hypothyroidism in the future. This is more important if you have a family history of thyroid illness
Regards
Binu
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