My T3 is 0.98 and T4 is 6.56, which I believe are in the normal range. My TSH is 8.012, which is high. What do you suggest? Do I have thyroid disease?

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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T3 and T4 levels are in normal range. TSH at 8.01 is higher than normal (usually less than 4.5). High TSH with normal T3/T4 suggests subclinical hypothyroidism. You may not have symptoms but thyroid is underactive. Monitoring and follow up tests are advised.

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