Question 1

Can stress fluctuate the TSH level in a Hypothyroid patient?

Accepted Answer

Yes

Question 2

How long should you fast for a thyroid test?

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These days you need not fast for thyroid test.

Question 3

What is the function of TSH?

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The pituitary gland makes thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH). TSH tells your thyroid how much thyroid hormone it needs to make.

Question 4

Can you still have a thyroid problem if your TSH is normal?

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Yes one may suffer from subclinical hyperthyroidism

Question 5

Can an underactive thyroid go undetected in a blood test?

Accepted Answer

Yes

Question 6

When and why should one get their thyroid tested?

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One should get their thyroid hormone tested if they are experiencing unexplained weight gain along with tiredness and fatigue

Question 7

What is the TSH level in our body?

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TSH normal values are 0.5 to 5.0 mIU/L

Question 8

What causes increase in thyroid TSH and rest normal?

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The most common cause of elevated TSH is autoimmune thyroid disease.

Question 9

Is TSH 0.01 dangerous?

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Yes one may suffer from subclinical hyperthyroidism

Question 10

What are some accurate thyroid tests one can do at home?

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At home thyroid test kits are considered very accurate, but you should make sure you are purchasing a CLIA and CAP certified test through a reputable provider

Question 11

How much does a thyroid health blood test cost?

Accepted Answer

It costs between 400-800 rupees

Question 12

Can a low t4 but a normal TSH and t3 is harmful?

Accepted Answer

This indicates secondary hypothyroidism

Question 13

What is TSH?

Accepted Answer

TSH stands for thyroid stimulating hormone. A TSH test is a blood test that measures this hormone. TSH levels that are too high or too low may be a sign of a thyroid problem

Question 14

What is TSH in a blood test?

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TSH stands for thyroid stimulating hormone. A TSH test is a blood test that measures this hormone. TSH levels that are too high or too low may be a sign of a thyroid problem

Question 15

What is the difference between T3 and T4 thyroxine?

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Thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3). They are often collectively referred to as thyroid hormone because T4 is largely inactive, meaning it doesn't impact your cells, whereas T3 is active

Question 16

What should I do if my TSH level is 0.01 and T4 is 3.26?

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Consult an expert preferably an endocrinologist

Question 17

Thyroid question: Why are my TSH and T4 both so high?

Accepted Answer

Due to thyroid inflammation or thyroid disease there could be a possibility of high TSH and T4 levels

Question 18

When should I go for a thyroid blood test?

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A thyroid blood test should be taken in the morning

Question 19

What will happen if thyroid (TSH) is 5.47?

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Most labs say that a normal serum TSH level is somewhere between 0.4 to 4.0 mIU/L, and that a TSH level of 10 mIU/L or higher is indicative of hypothyroidism.

Question 20

Is the thyroid test done before breakfast?

Accepted Answer

Yes

Question 21

What are the hormones secreted by the thyroid gland?

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Thyroid stimulating hormone and thyroxine

Question 22

Is Thyroid disease T3 T4 and TSH Curable?

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They are not curable however some people have reversed it

Question 23

What is the normal T3 range?

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A normal Total T3 level in adults ranges from 80-220 ng/dL

Question 24

What can cause low T4 with normal TSH?

Accepted Answer

Rarely, people will have normal TSH levels but low T4 levels. This combination suggests secondary hypothyroidism, a condition where thyroid function is impaired due to problems in the pituitary gland.

Question 25

Are 50.70 TSH levels dangerous?

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Yes, this level of TSH is dangerous if left untreated

Question 26

How long does it take to get blood test results for thyroid?

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It takes 24 hours or less.

Question 27

What is the difference between T3 and reverse T3 in the thyroid?

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Reverse T3 (T3) is the metabolically inactive form of T3. Reverse T3 contains the same number of iodine molecules

Question 28

My thyroid test results are T3-04,T4-3.5, and TSH?

Accepted Answer

Consult with an endocrinologist at apollo247

Question 29

If thyroid test shows out-of-normal-range 6.49?

Accepted Answer

Then you must show to a doctor preferably an endocrinologist immediately.

Question 30

How thyroid hormones (T3 & T4) is transferred?

Accepted Answer

Your hypothalamus releases thyrotropin-releasing hormone (TRH), which triggers your pituitary gland to release thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH), which stimulates your thyroid to release T3 and T4.

Question 31

What is a normal free T4 level in your thyroid?

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T4 normal values are 0.7 to 1.9ng/dL.

Question 32

What could cause high TSH level and normal T3 and T4?

Accepted Answer

Due to thyroid inflammation or thyroid disease there could be a possibility of high TSH levels but normal T3 and T4.

Question 33

What is a TSH test?

Accepted Answer

TSH stands for thyroid stimulating hormone. A TSH test is a blood test that measures this hormone. TSH levels that are too high or too low may be a sign of a thyroid problem.

Question 34

What does the TSH level of 5.25 mean for thyroid test?

Accepted Answer

It means you have subclinical hypothyroidism

Question 35

What's the THS level in a thyroid test?

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