Is fasting necessary for a thyroid blood test?

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Dr Rohinipriyanka Pondugula

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No, fasting is not essential for a thyroid test

Dr. Rohinipriyanka Suggests...

Take a TETANUS IGG Test or Take a Ceruloplasmin Test Test

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