Thyroid test results: Just had results back... - Thyroid UK

Thyroid UK

140,917 members166,037 posts

Thyroid test results

topaz1 profile image
8 Replies

Just had results back, advice please as GP is phoning this afternoon.

Serum TSH level - below range - 0.07 miu/L (0.2 - 5.5) This has actually got better over 20 days as previous was below 0.05 miu/L (0.2 - 5.5)

Serum T4 17.2 pmol/L (10.0 - 24.5)

Serum free T3 - 3.9pmol/L (3.9 - 6.7)

Many thanks

Written by
topaz1 profile image
topaz1
To view profiles and participate in discussions please or .
Read more about...
8 Replies
Clutter profile image
Clutter

Topaz, TSH is low and FT3 at the bottom of the range so your GP should not reduce your Levothyroxine or FT4 will drop and your FT3 will go below range making you hypothyroid.

Some people need a low or even suppressed TSH to achieve a decent level of FT4 and FT3. Read Dr. A. Toft's comments in a Pulse Magazine article thyroiduk.org.uk/tuk/about_...

topaz1 profile image
topaz1 in reply toClutter

Thanks Clutter, I have read the article and will keep it 'up' so when the GP phones I can refer to it. I did reduce my Armour because of pounding heart but, after reading posts on here realised it was the 5HTP. So have started again on 1 grain, going up 1/4 every 10 days to where I was before on 2 grains and have stopped the 5HTP.

Clutter profile image
Clutter in reply totopaz1

Topaz, the T3 in NDT suppresses TSH, as pituitary gland switches it off when it detects circulating T3. Your FT3 is too low though so you do need to increase your Armour.

topaz1 profile image
topaz1 in reply toClutter

Thanks Clutter, you are a mine of information. I will increase the dose.

shaws profile image
shawsAdministrator in reply totopaz1

It would be good to have a Clutter sitting at the doctors' side when they are contemplating a decrease a patient's levo/hormones only due to the TSH level. She knows more than most medical practitioners.

topaz1 profile image
topaz1 in reply toshaws

If only!

Glynisrose profile image
Glynisrose

How do you feel? That is more important than numbers!! Many people have suppressed TSH when taking any form of thyroxine. DO NOT let your doctor reduce your meds based on blood tests alone, do not agree to lowering your meds, to comply with the NHS all changes in medication levels have to be discussed and agreed!!

topaz1 profile image
topaz1

Thanks Glynisrose and reallyfedup123. The GP phoned last night and didnt even mention reducing the dose! I'm taking Vic C500 x 4 and iron in some medication. Going to see a Functional Medical Practitioner on the 10th who will probably do blood tests so will wait for that. Am climbing slowly back to 2 grains Armour - and onwards.

Not what you're looking for?

You may also like...

Latest Thyroid test results - not happy with GP

Just had my most recent thyroid blood test at my GP (16th April) Serum TSH level 3.7 miu/L [0.2 -...
luthien profile image

Thyroid results

Very quickly drs said this is no further action Serum TSH level 0.21 miu/L [0.2 - 4.0] Ideal T4...
Julie-74 profile image

thyroid blood test results

Hi In January I managed to get my gp to run some blood work as I was suspecting problems with...
Nimfa profile image

could some please tell what my test results are

my test results Serum TSH level 26.6 miu/L [0.2 - 4.0] Above high reference limit Ideal T4...
Gary19610 profile image

Borderline Thyroid test

Hello everyone, Just looking for a bit of advice. Judging from these posts, I am not alone. I've...
Taddo12 profile image

Moderation team

See all
SlowDragon profile image
SlowDragonAdministrator
PurpleNails profile image
PurpleNailsAdministrator
RedApple profile image
RedAppleAdministrator

Content on HealthUnlocked does not replace the relationship between you and doctors or other healthcare professionals nor the advice you receive from them.

Never delay seeking advice or dialling emergency services because of something that you have read on HealthUnlocked.