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What can cause low T4 with normal TSH?
What can cause low T4 with normal TSH?
What can cause low T4 with normal TSH?
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.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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What is TSH in a blood test?
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
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Can you still have a thyroid problem if your TSH is normal?
Yes one may suffer from subclinical hyperthyroidism
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Can a low t4 but a normal TSH and t3 is harmful?
This indicates secondary hypothyroidism
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THYROID PROFILE TOTAL (T3, T4, TSH)
TFT, Thyroid Profile Total, Thyroid Stimulating Hormone Total T3 Total T4
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