
Is TSH Level Of 6.36 A Cause For Concern?

Thyroid
Detailed Answer:
A TSH of 6.36 is considered mildly elevated.
There can be a number of causes for this and hence starting medication right away is the best way forward.
For example one of the reasons is a temporary bruising of the thyroid called Thyroiditis. When the body recovers from this condition, the TSH can rise temporarily and then recover back to normal without requiring any treatment.
When I see someone like you in my practice I order the following tests in addition to a thorough physical examination :
CBC
Liver function tests
Kidney function tests
HbA1c
Free T4
TSH again
anti TPO antibodies
Anti Thyroglobulin antibodies
These tests give us an idea if this is a permanent condition requiring medication such as levothyroxine

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