Patient Question
Hello Doctor,
How can hypothyroidism be most accurately diagnosed when its symptoms are challenging to detect?
Answered by Dr. Mehul Virani
Hello,
Thank you for reaching out to Dr. Galen. Please find the below response to your query.
Hypothyroidism can be best diagnosed through a series of tests, starting with a Thyroid Profile.
Thyroid Profile: This includes measuring Serum TSH, T3, and T4 levels, with elevated TSH often indicating hypothyroidism.
Anti-TPO Antibody Test: Conducted when autoimmune thyroid disorders like Hashimoto's thyroiditis are suspected, as elevated Anti-TPO antibodies can indicate autoimmune thyroid issues.
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