Test results

[Ann68]

It was suggested to me on here that I get my blood test results, my serum t s h is 0.81 mu/l and serum free t4 is 18.4 ,not sure what any of that means,this is the only test I have ever had,I am on 100 m c g daily, is any of this normal as gp says it is. I have hypothyroidism

[Hennerton]

How do you feel? If you have no symptoms, then it is fine but if you feel unwell, you need to tell us, so members can advise.

[Heloise]

Hi Ann, When you feel well on your treatment, those two blood tests are probably enough but there are many other tests that can be taken if the patient still has symptoms. Unfortunately your medical system often fails to see the importance of doing so. Your free t3 test is a valuable one in conjunction with your ft4. Even antibody tests should be taken. If you have symptoms or don't feel well, insist on more testing and get the results along with the ranges so you can have proof of your condition. You are allowed to do so.

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Blood tests for thyroid function. stopthethyroidmadness.com/l...

[Ann68 in reply to Heloise]

Hi,thankyou so in your opinion do you think I still need to take 100 mcg,it's all so very complicated and doesn't help when drs don't seem to understand the thyroid,

[Marz in reply to Ann68]

.....yes keep taking the dose if you feel well. As others have said - if you do not have any symptoms then all is well. Do consider the points others have made if you do not....

[Marz in reply to Marz]

Did you have the other tests I suggested on your earlier post about breathlessness. If your B12/iron/Ferritin/Folate/D are all low it may cause breathlessness - but could also prevent the T4 you are taking from converting efficiently into the ACTIVE T3. Without the FT3 test you will never know

[Ann68 in reply to Marz]

hello thankyou yes those tests are now being done.

[Heloise in reply to Ann68]

Very good, did your doctor agree and will you get a print out of them? Some have gone to Blue Horizon and had them done privately.