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What is the best time to take tsh test?
Doctor advised me to do a TSH, Free t3 and free t4 test. Is it mandatory to take the test during periods? Can hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism be determined any time in a month?
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Being on empty stomach for 10-12 hours (water permitted) is mandatory for TSH estimation.
Rest is important and stress of any kind can alter the test.
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