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Purpose:
Measures the unbound, active form of triiodothyronine (T3) in the blood.
Significance:
Essential for evaluating thyroid function and metabolic activity.Offers insights into the body’s immediate response to thyroid hormones.
These thyroid function tests collectively provide valuable information about the health and activity of the thyroid gland, which plays a crucial role in regulating metabolism, energy production, and overall endocrine balance. They are essential tools for diagnosing and monitoring thyroid disorders, such as hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism.
Purpose:
Measures the level of TSH, a hormone produced by the pituitary gland that stimulates the thyroid gland.
Significance:
Reflects the feedback loop in thyroid regulation.Elevated TSH may indicate hypothyroidism, while low TSH may suggest hyperthyroidism.
Purpose:
Measures the unbound, active form of thyroxine (T4) in the blood.
Significance:
Crucial for assessing thyroid function and metabolism.Provides information about the amount of available thyroid hormone.
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