T3,T4,TSH tests

2021-06-18 14:40:14
Doctor suggested me to take (T3,T4,TSH) diagnostic tests 1) do we take these test with empty stomach for giving blood samples? 2) When should we give blood samples,is there any specific time to give blood samples?
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Answered2021-06-18 14:51:15

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Usually all these tests are no required. A TSH is good for screening. If hypothyroidism then TSH and free T4. If hyperthyroidism then TSH freeT4 and freeT3.
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Do Empty stomach No specific  time needed

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