What Does This Thyroid Function Test Result Indicate?

Posted on Wed, 24 Jun 2015

Question: My throat has a slight bulge which has always made doctors wonder if I have thyroid. I have done the test over 2-3 times and it has always come out to be normal. However, I recently was asked to do it again and since I was worried over this repeated query, I took a look at my report. It had come well within the normal range, but was on the lower side. My TSH was 0.61(IU/mL), FT3 2.33(pg/dL) and FT4 was 1.16(ng/dL). Is this a problem?

Answered by Dr. Ajish TP (7 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Thyroid function is normal

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Welcome to HCM. I have gone through the question and understand your concerns.

Don't worry. Your thyroid function is normal. Since your TSH is on the lower side, no medications are needed.

You need to do an ultrasound neck ( if not done previously) to see if it is actually a thyroid swelling or just a fatty neck.

Hope I have answered your questions. If you have any further queries I will be happy to help you

Regards,

Dr Ajish TP [MD,DM]
Consultant Endocrinologist

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